Technique of the Week- 3 step layering 2008

This week i am showing you a layering technique which is pretty simple but gives a fantastic effect. I am only demonstrating 3 layers but you can do as many as u like. Some things to remember are:
Make sure each layer is completely dry before beginning the next layer.
Make sure u apply the paint in order - Acrylic, spray paint, Acrylic or Spray paint, acrylic, spray paint. The reason the technique works is because spray paint and acrylic resist each other giving you the ability to sand them back easily.
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[theartsychik]

Hello. I LOVE your stuff!!!! I was just wondering what type of paper you start out with? Thanks for sharing who you are. You are fantastic!!!

[CapricornArtist73]

I just use an acid free card for these works...;)

[meNiMONSTERs]

so this is almost a foggy effect im wondering if the sand paper would ruin the texture of underlaying acrylics lets say i have an image painted in acrylics with multi layers on it could i do the water downed layer on top of that and sand it away without ruining the initial image is there the need for spray paint? if so im sure its something a acrylic sealer couldn't fix

i really like the second one the colors are brilliant

[CapricornArtist73]

I think if you use really fine sandpaper the imagine underneath shouldn't be effected too much(whether it's acrylic or spray paint). It all comes down to how much you rub back and the grade of sandpaper. I have not tried the technique just using acrylics so i am not sure if it would work as well because having a layer of spray paint resists the acrylic layer making it easier for the paint to be sanded back..if u know what i mean! But just experiment with the idea and adapt it to what you want.

[LayZbabe424]

what song is this?? and i adore the kitteh haha

[uccia77]

what is the title song of this video?

[shoshiplatypus]

Lovely technique. Gives a great subtle effect to a rather stark stencil. Must try this!

[rayford8605]

I have a question, I stretch my own canvas and build my own frame but when I use the sand paper technique the pressure from sanding weakens the canvas and sometimes leaves a bow in the canvas where the pressure was applied. What should I do or should I paint on a harder surface when I want to do that technique?

[summerloveish]

the artwork is great , music is awesome too !!! great taste !

[StyleViewOrg]

Cool technique!

[scopein79]

I really loved all i've seen from you so far!

I think you're my youtube discovery of the year. You're a real inspiration. I will introduce some of your techniques in my repertoire. Thanks for sharing.

Btw, do you live from your artwork?

[ANewRevolution]

most spray paint is oil paint so they dont mix

[szarlie]

I'm not sure I get it. Nice piece of video.

[jillzart]

Interesting technique, the music though is unbearable.