The therapeutic effect of this technique is absolutely amazing. It is almost hypnotic to watch and soothes the entire body and mind.

Students learn SO much from this project. At the very minimum, science, math, and humanities are involved. Science is involved understanding why the ink floats on water, why the colors don't mix, water currents, the necessary chemical composition of the paper, and why the ink is permanent on paper but not on cloth. Math is involved with various terms like concentric circles, abstract design, ratios of ink to water to ensure floating, depth, and 2 dimension. Humanities is an element because of learning a Japanese technique. Projects like this are great for individuals with special needs because there is NO wrong result. Everyone has a unique, yet perfect ending.

@carrieanneatreides6240

6 жыл бұрын

Jean Mills 💕

@petre.w.487

5 жыл бұрын

A real reason why arts should still be taught and practical skills taught in schools, it would benefit so many with different skills/needs.

Just to share that we did this with our Kindy kids in Japan - each child making their own - basic construction-weight paper. Dried out on a clothes line, then the kids cut out their cosmos (planets, stars, comets, aliens) and pasted over a black background washed in rock salt to give space fluidity. A great rap-up on a unit of astronomy - interweaving science&art with historical&future themes. Of course with K-kids, the Declarative learning preceded this more Explorative/Procedural approach with plenty of learning for students & teachers alike.

I am neither a teacher, group leader or parent but I'll still watch this :) Looks so cool!

Sorry to hear your results are not successful. Please contact our customer service team either by phone (toll free 1/800/933/2542 or email at info @ dickblick. com) and ask for information regarding the Simple Suminigashi lesson plan. They can help you or direct you to the person who created the project.

+himanshu Mishra A fluid acrylic can be used. Much of the paint will sink when applied to plain water, but enough will float on the surface for subtle marbled colors to transfer to paper. For bold colors, you would need to thicken the water with carrageenan or methyl cellulose.

@saxgrrrl

7 жыл бұрын

do you think Agar Agar will work to thicken the water?

@Blick_Art

7 жыл бұрын

+saxgrrrl Yes, agar agar would work but don’t use so much that the water becomes a solid gelatin. You justneed enough to thicken the water slightly.

@judichristopher4604

7 жыл бұрын

saxgrrl ... Alum or carrageenan (seaweed) powder to the water first (stir) then it will work better

Just did this with my students as an end of the year project and they LOVED it!

The scarf was the new one - I imagine the possibilities are unlimited. Thank you.

This is a really good lesson outline with great application in the classroom and demonstrated really clearly! Thank you so much!

That was so beautiful! I love this! Time to buy some new art supplies! That scarf was gorgeous!

@BirdOfParadise777 All of these products can be purchased through Blick Art Materials. We do not have information regarding other retailers.

Contact our Product Information team at: info @ dickblick . com or 1-800-933-2546. They can walk you through the process and answer any questions you have.

Super cool tutorial! I can't wait to try some of this!! I found this by accident while looking for decoupage ideas...and I'm SO Glad I did!!! Super!!

For specific questions regarding the process and materials, please contact our Product Information specialists by emailing: info@ dickblick . com or calling toll free at 1-800-933-2546.

@maxapotamus You can mix your own grey by using black and white ink - Blick Art Materials sells several varieties of marbling ink. Check out dickblick . com / products / jacquard-marbling-starter-kit /. Glad you like the video - thanks!

Make sure to follow the project specifically in order to achieve these results.

You can find all the products at Blick Art Materials. "Sizing" is what the artist is talking about in the video. If you click on the link in the video description, it will take you to all the information about this project along with all the materials,

Oh wow, I love that. As if I didn't need another craft to get interested in. I am gonna have to try this some day. It looks like an art I would get addicted to.

@judithmorgan1718

7 жыл бұрын

Dittos

Had no idea we could do this , I saw someone do this on metal and it all is amazing!!

@zombieno1

7 жыл бұрын

could you send a link of the metal? Or are you talking about the hydro dipping with enamel paints?

Great demonstration - thank you! I will show my students your video in our after-school club, plus try this technique at home with my child.

great video i must add, it actually gave a good description of the materials used instead of describing how to use them.

WOW! SO enjoying this..

thank you. i finally got my ?s answered. im doin' this. thx! long live creativity!

This is really interesting, i'm so intrigued by this

So pretty! Thank you for the demonstration! I want to try this!

@Blick_Art

Жыл бұрын

Please do!

Gorgeous. Thanks for this video!

thank you very much! it's amazing!

interesting video, quite helpful. I've watched many times. Sure wish you would have mentioned more about using it with fabric and demonstrated that technique as well.

omg that looks amazing!!

Thank you! Very interesting and beautiful.

Awesome! Doing the scarf idea for Christmas gifts

Let it sit in the water longer before you take the paper out. Also let it dry for just a few seconds at least. Unnecessary ink loss/smudging.

Fascinating and nice.

simple to do and pretty!! thank yew so much!

The scarf is fabulous!

Really good video. Looks amazing

@Koalaonmyback It is best to contact our Product Information department as there isn't a simple answer. This particular process may not be as good on canvas (especially not primed canvas). Please email Product Info at: info @ dickblick . com. Thanks

fascinating!!

what a wonderful lady

nice demo, thanks!

Thank you for this.!

love the demo

Wow! Great technique and kids would have fun doing this for sure. Even me!!! :) tfs

Muito interessante e diferente, é lindo, gostei, amei, muito obrigada.

@jessicams3105 Printer paper is very thin and will not give you the best results. It will also wrinkle and warp as it is drying. It is not recommended for this process.

Thanks! No art budget at present, but I'm sure something in 'The Box Of A Thousand Yellows and Other Unused Art Supplies' can be re purposed. I just watched a video on 3d paper folding that should come in handy too!

We have not experiimented with canvas in this process and therefore aren't certain of what type of results you may have.

Never thought I'd say this but this is probably one of the best marbling videos on the internet. Does anyone know if you can get white and grey marbling inks? I'm trying to go for a more volcanic ashy look rather than bright and colourful.

I'd love to have ur job...Omgoodness!!

Thank you.

Wow just wonderful very interesting

You can dilute the black before putting it in the water. I don't know about the white, but if you are using white paper you can use oil and it spreads the same way. I don't know what kind is the best though :/ I've only tried olive oil and it spread way to much. Hope this helped :)

Is there a difference for how the painting sets based off the temperature of the water? How do I make my ink appear brighter? Would using the copper plate paper help with that? I noticed below you talked about the thickness of water. How does that affect the painting or should I just enjoy that adventure and find out on my own? I know this video is 7 years old, but hopefully you will see this and be able to respond.

Awesome!

did you know you can add pearl ex powder with the ink

beautifullll

@IAmSuchANerdLol According to the video this technique is done by Japanese masters, so obviously it is something done by those with artistic abilities.

it looks so cool

this is magical :D

Would this work on a canvas? Preferably on a stretched canvas, although i suppose i could work with canvas rolls if need be. And i would have to assume it would only work on or have better results on canvases that aren't primed?

This is so frickin radical

woah this is cool!

nice demo,wow like

So beautiful! Love the scarf, I didnt fully understand; you place the scarf as paper in sections I guess, then blot, then soak in that other mixture then cold water? Thanks..this is a very relaxing "zen" activity to calm nerves and somewhat spiritual too

@Blick_Art

7 жыл бұрын

+MakeUpDetective007 To marble a scarf, yes you will work in sections when dipping it in the color. Blot the scarf afterinitially removing it from the color and allow it to dry. Once dry, then you will want to soak it in the Jacquard Dye Set Concentrate (if you soak it before the color dries it may cause the colors to move). After following the directions on the bottle remove the scarf and rinse the Dye Set out. Then in the future if you need to wash it, it is best to hand wash in cold water. If you have additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

Were can we find the ink and paper? Does what kind of brush matter?

How did you do the scarf please? Did you pull it through the marbled surface or did you use a scarf sized container?

I love this

At the moment, I am using non-toxic inks (without flo-go), but would like to include more of the color shades. It looks like this is possible with permanent inks, would like to experiment. Is there a special way to dispose of the water when using permanent inks? Thankyou

Is there any other types of inks that can be used? even if it doesn't give the exact same results but anything similar atleast?

Great how-to on sumi nagashi! Question - Do you not need to blend a surfactant solution into the inks before adding them to the water?

@Blick_Art

8 жыл бұрын

+AbsentWithoutLeaving No, the paints come ready to use. The only thing you may wish to do is shake the bottle before using (to make sure the formula hasn’t settled or separated). If you have any additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

Nice video, thanksfor posting! Pretty sure you wouldn't have to load your brushes so much if you used calligraphy brushes instead of those teeny tiny ones though!

@IAmSuchANerdLol Oh but you see, this is only one step, one technique to add to your art. Much like splatting ink, blowing paint, rubbing graphite, watering the canvas, this is just a way to produce a flowing pattern. I would use this as a backdrop, or perhaps as a design to draw around and into. This is no medium, this is a tool.

It is best to contact our Product Information specialists at the information below. Thanks

Can one use acrylic inks?

would it be possible to use water-based paint (watercolor or acrylic) over these inks? is that like trying to paint with acrylic over oil?

do you have to use that kind of ink or are there any other paint/ink products that i can use if i cant afford those inks?

When my grand-daughter was four, she could easily complete a project with Suminagashi inks.

What is the difference between Jacquard Marble ink and the ink you use in this tutorial? I don't understand why you need all these chemicals with Jacquard?

why did some of my paint fall straight to the bottom and some spread into beutiful circles? i used the same paint from blick. thanks!

@Blick_Art

10 жыл бұрын

Sharon Saks Sometimes the droppers let out too heavy of a drop which sinks. Try dipping a fine tip brush or toothpick in the ink to drop onto the water surface.

Repeate, please, what kind of Jacquard's product I need to make these inks permanent for the silk fabric?

My colors didn't come out as brightly as the examples in this video. Instead they came out pretty faded like they were in the sun for a few months. Have I done something wrong?

good job

That's so COOL . :D

Please, How can you tell if a paper has sizing. Thanks for Uploading

@Blick_Art

7 жыл бұрын

+DomainofDotArt Most papers have some amount of sizing in them - watercolor papers, mixed media papers, and drawing papers tend to have the most sizing. The easiest way to determine if the paper has sizing and get an idea of how much, would be to put a drop of water on the surface and see if and how quickly it soaks in. The less sizing it has the quicker the water will absorb (think water absorbing in a paper towel compared to a watercolor paper). If you have additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

very interesting, can you tell me what kind of ink and what kind of paper. blick is my favorite store wish i spend my whole time there

@antijelly Do acrylics work similar in this method?

May I know the name of paper so I buy in store please? Thank you!

@Blick_Art

9 жыл бұрын

MrSalmonOrange The demonstration uses Copperplate Paper (available on our website at dickblick.com), but any unsized paper will do. We have found that Subi Block Printing Paper also works well if you are on a tighter budget. For any additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

@MrSalmonOrange

9 жыл бұрын

MrSalmonOrange Thank you so much! I wish you all the best!

what are you going to do with that afterwards,you stick it in your bedroom wall?

will it be possible with acrylic paints?

I've been trying this with the Blick colours but with virtually no success. I find that the colours sink to the bottom of the pan. I've tried using bottled water in case our tap water is unsuitable, but again the colours just sink. I'd appreciate any advice.

Are you able to transfer this onto any type of mounted canvas or dip other types of materials other than the copper paper?

@Blick_Art

8 жыл бұрын

+Anna Pace You can marble other materials but those things without sizing or raw (unprimed) will work the best. So consider raw, unstretched canvas, canvas tote bags, canvas sneakers, silk scarves, and unsized paper (block printing paper or construction paper) work well too. If you have additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

Sorry, I culdn't understand what Jaquard's product use for silk fabrick to do these inks permanent? Natalshok

Thank you. Can this be used on silk, cotton, or polyester fabrics also?

@Blick_Art

7 жыл бұрын

+Akosua Tait These marbling inks work best on natural fibers (cotton, silk, etc). We would recommend avoiding polyester or nylon fabrics. You will also need to set the inks after they have dried with the Jacquard Dye Set Concentrate: www.dickblick.com/products/jacquard-dye-set-concentrate/ .

Hi, I just bought this same kit, and I am wanting to marble a white cotton T-shirt. Do you think it will still work just like it works on silk? And that liquid you said at the end of your video to make it permanent on clothing, would I still need that for a regular T-shirt? And with that liquid, (sorry I can't remember the name of it) after the clothing is soaked in that, then I wash the clothing in cold water? Thank you for posting your video, it will help me when I use my kit :)

@Blick_Art

9 жыл бұрын

Kalena Losano Instead of using the kit that is shown on this video, use this kit by Jacquard: www.dickblick.com/products/jacquard-marbling-starter-kit/ . It is designed for use on cotton or paper. If you want more colors, you can use the Jacquard Textile Colors - all of these products are available on our website at dickblick.com. For any additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

@kalenalosano9532

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your response! and for your recommendation of the kit by Jacquard! i will get this kit and try it out :)

Water marble for nails is like this

Very interesting .... Much like the Ebru art. I tried with Acrylic paint, but it went right down to the bottom ... maybe too thick ... Whould you suggest I use it again, but make a bit thinner with water?

@Blick_Art

9 жыл бұрын

Santa Wessels There are few issues that could have caused the paint to sink. First would be that your water is too hard. Try using distilled water instead of tap water or add a little Methyl Cellulose to the water. The paints could be too thick and heavy, causing them to sink as well. Make sure they are fluid and close to an ink consistency. Finally, be sure to drop the paint close to the surface, almost touch the surface of the water with the brush instead of holding it high above the surface. If you drop it from too high, it will have too much velocity and will break the surface tension. For any additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com.

@SantaWessels

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your reply and the info. It makes sense. I appreciate. Will definitely try again. Really could be fun. Best wishes to you. :-)

@nancysmithson127

9 жыл бұрын

Santa Wessels

I love how you demo where can I get paint for fabrics is there any other product for fabric thank you

@Blick_Art

10 жыл бұрын

Hi Sylvia! For fabric, we would recommend a different method and kit. Jacquard Marbling Starter Kit comes with everything you will need (except the fabric) to marble on fabric or paper. It is a little more lengthy process but you will have better results. @products/jacquard-marbling-starter-kit/ If you would like additional assistance, please feel welcome to contact our Product Information team at 1-800-933-2542

@sylviabrown6617

10 жыл бұрын

Yes I live in ATLANTA art materials are so far from me will call

whe r e do you buy those type of paint

Will it work on plastic things ? Maybe adding some polish ?

@Blick_Art

9 жыл бұрын

Spi Rale It depends on the type of plastic and what it is going to be used for. These are water based paint so they will not be durable on the plastic. Using a solvent based paint, such as nail polish or enamel would be more durable. You may need to experiment with different paints to find the best color and most durable option. For any additional questions, you can reach Blick Product Information at 1-800-933-2542 or info@dickblick.com. Thanks!

Can I buy the paints and paper in a local store? thanks:)