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Art-Line Resist was developed for the serious artist. Based on
the old-world technique known as "cuerda seca" or dry-line,
this formula will resist the flow of wet glazes so that they will
remain separate until fired. Art-Line Resist works best at Cone
04 - 06, but many artists have used this formula at higher temperatures.
I recommend testing at higher temperatures to guarantee satisfactory
results for your particular needs.
Art-Line Resist will fuse onto work during glaze firing and will create a permanent - sealed outline around the brilliant colors.
Techniques
Art-Line Resist works best on horizontal surfaces due to the nature
of the flow of wet glazes. However with practice (and careful
glaze application) - it can be used on any surface.
Tip: Before applying Art-Line Resist, I recommend first scrubbing your bisque ware and allowing to dry. Always remember that no matter how you apply, allow Art-Line Resist to dry before applying glaze to your work.
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Here are a few ways to apply Art-Line Resist.
Simply apply Art-Line Resist to bisque
(unglazed) ware with the Art-Line Resist Pen, with a fine brush,
or with a silk-screen.
For painting - Place a small amount of Art-Line Resist on a glazed tile or piece of glass. If necessary, thin with a few drops of Art-Line Thinner to desired consistency. Use a very fine brush and paint as you would other mediums. Allow to dry completely before glazing.
For drawing with Art-Line Resist Pen (Click on link for more detailed instructions)
- Shake well before using (and periodically during use)- then gently squeeze pen to release fluid. After a bit or practice - you will learn to control the flow as you desire. Allow to dry completely before glazing. Tip: To transfer any line-art or design - place a piece of carbon paper on bisque surface under artwork - and simply go over lines with a pencil. After transferring - go over lines with Art-Line Resist Pen.
For silk screening (Click on link for more detailed instructions)
- For transferring the same design to many items - I recommend creating a silk screen for consistent (and rapid) results. Simply apply a small amount of Art-Line Resist to your silk screen - directly from jar.
Spread with a rubber squeegee to transfer Art-Line Resist to
your horizontal bisque ware. (A little goes a long way - so use
sparingly!)
Wipe the under-side of the screen periodically with a dry paper
towel. When finished, simply clean screen and tools with a bit
of mineral spirits. Tip: Art-Line Resist can be kind of
messy -so I recommend wearing latex gloves while silk screening.
Be careful to avoid transferring Art-Line Resist to any part of
your work that you wish to glaze - since it will resist the glaze
anywhere it ends up. Try to work "neatly." Allow to
dry completely before glazing.
Applying the glazes: I hardly ever use a paint brush to apply glaze. Instead - I use plastic bottles with a fine tip to create "pools" of glaze within the outlined areas. The glaze must be the right consistency to flow over the surface
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evenly. If it is too thick, the glaze surface will not be even and smooth. If the glaze is too thin or if too much glaze is used - the glaze may flow over the resist line. Experimentation is the only way to learn what consistency of glaze works best. Tip: I usually use glaze that is the consistency of cream.
Warning: Handle Art-Line Resist carefully. This formula contains ingredients that can be toxic if ingested. Use only in a well ventilated area and do not ingest. Wash hands thoroughly after use.
Always test before using in large quantities to make sure that
the consistency of the Art-Line Resist and the glazes are correct.
If you have any questions about the use of this product - please
call 310)456-0777 for assistance. (Monday through Friday 9AM-5PM);
send an e-mail with questions or comments to: MalibuTileWorks@aol.com.,
- or you can visit the web site @ MalibuTileWorks.com for basic
instructions.