You decided to introduce the child to the beautiful - to teach him how to draw. Or "shake the old days" themselves and portray something like that. But you do not know which paints are better to choose. Let's get it right.
Ink classification
Paints differ from each other in composition, consistency and smell. The following are suitable for drawing:
- watercolor;
- gouache;
- acrylic;
- oil;
- finger-type.
What could be better than watercolor
This variety of colors is familiar to everyone (so to speak, greetings from distant childhood). Watercolor paints (by the way, the Chinese came up with them) can draw any complex landscape - because there are about forty colors, and even a huge number of all kinds of shades.
What is this type of paint good for? The fact that it is an environmentally friendly product that is not scary even for children to give in order to take their leisure time. Let them draw! Maybe they will become Repins or Aivazovsky. The drawings made with the help of watercolor paints are distinguished by some airiness, naturalness, lightness and transparency.
What are watercolor paints made of ? The composition of this type of paints includes:
- Transparent resin. It is obtained by drying the juice of various types of acacia.
- Honey.
- Sugar (or glycerin).
- Plasticizing agents that improve the quality characteristics of the product.
Important! Despite all the advantages of watercolors, do not forget about one point that should alert you: antiseptic substances (for example, such a phenol unloved by everyone) are mandatory in the composition of paints. Therefore, using watercolor paints, do not forget about it and show miracles of carelessness.
We make paints ourselves
Of course, some super demanding professional, having looked and tried to use home-made paints, will snort and say that it is impossible to create a “masterpiece” work of art with this. But in defense of paints made at home with our own hands, we give the following arguments:
- they are excellently suited for classes every day with children (especially preschool children), since they do not eat into the skin of your hands and can be easily wiped off (and in case of contact with clothes, it is easy to wipe off);
- there is no need to visit retail outlets very often to purchase goods (you always have one in your home);
- paints do not mix with each other and remain clean;
- have a bright color and glide like clockwork.
So let's get started. You will need:
- baking soda - four tablespoons;
- table vinegar - two tablespoons;
- any light syrup - 1/2 tablespoon;
- starch (preferably corn) - two tablespoons;
- dyes in liquid form or in powders (food grade only);
- any suitable containers (e.g. muffin or ice molds).
The algorithm for making solid watercolor paints
How to make watercolor paint:
- Thoroughly mix in a container having a spout (then it will be very convenient to pour the mixture into molds), two components: soda and vinegar.
Important! Take your time: wait until the hissing is over. Only then continue to "create."
- Add the following two ingredients: starch and syrup. Mix everything thoroughly, without leaving any lumps.
- Pour the mixture into molds.
- Unpack the dyes and add them to the molds.
On a note! The cookie cutters are small - so we use toothpicks or matches to mix the dye into them. We do everything very quickly: you need to keep within 1 minute. And one more nuance: if the paint consistency was slightly liquid, then just add a little starch.
- Leave the paint to dry. This will take 1-2 days (if you install a tray with freshly prepared paints on the battery, the drying process will go faster).
When they are completely dry, just take a brush, dip it in water and start to “sculpt”!
Gouache paints are also a good choice.
This type of paint is used by both professional artists and those who have just embarked on this path. Nevertheless, the choice is good, as the gouache has quite rich and bright colors; thick and oily texture. Gouache paints are divided into poster (more dense in consistency and bright; use for decoration) and art.
What are gouache paints made of? The question is very simple. This type of paint is a "direct relative" of watercolors. The composition includes the same pigmented particles and the same water-soluble component based on glue. The only difference is that natural white is added to the gouache, which gives it a greater density, delicate velvety and whitened. Paintings made using watercolors or gouache are notable for their trepidation, tenderness and liveliness. They cannot be confused with other equipment.
Why not use oil paints
Everything is very simple: since oil paint means that it includes what? That's right - oil. Who invented it - history is silent. This kind of paint is hardly suitable for kids who paint at home. But for children (future, possibly brilliant artists) who visit specialized institutions of an artistic orientation, they are quite suitable (because they, children, know how to use them without harm to health).
What are oil paints made of? They are kneaded mainly with linseed oil, which has undergone a unique technological processing of its kind. In addition to this main component, the product includes resin (alkyd) and substances that allow the paint to dry quickly. And this is an important detail.
What are oil paints good for? The fact that for a long period their colors remain as bright and deep.
And try using acrylic paints
Today, acrylic is a very popular coating, which a few decades ago was generally unknown to anyone. Progress does not stand still. Acrylic paints dry very quickly, have a fairly rich palette of colors, and they can also be easily applied not only to paper or cardboard, but also to plastic or ceramic.
What are acrylic paints made of? First of all, it should be noted that this, of course, is a synthetic product that is based on polymers such as ethyl, butyl and methyl. In addition to them, there are water and pigments.
How to “reanimate” acrylic paints
What to do - acrylic paints dried up? How can I dilute them? By water. Just remember some conditions:
- There should be no impurities in the liquid. Therefore, you need to use distilled water (you can buy it at a hardware store or pharmacy). If it is not possible to purchase, then simply boil ordinary tap water and let it stand for a while.
- Water temperature should be about +20 degrees.
Important! Proportions play an important role. If diluted in a ratio of 1: 2 (that is, one part of the coloring mixture and two water), then the solution will have a rather liquid consistency and will fit only for the base under the base layer. If in a ratio of 1: 1, then it is perfect as a base coat.
Paints for the smallest
There are paints that are designed for very young children who can not hold a pencil or brush. They are called finger-type. Paints adhere well to the surface and do not drain in any way from the fingers. It’s very easy to work with them: just put your finger in a jar of paint, then touch the paper (cardboard or glass). All is ready! You can exhibit in the gallery!
What are the components of such paints? They are made on a water basis and only food coloring is included. True, this product is unlikely to be enjoyed by the kid, as the paints have a bitter or salty aftertaste. This is done specifically so that the child was not tempted to eat them before lunch.
How to use gel paint
This question is best answered by fashionistas. They know for sure that gel nails make attractive nails. Moreover, using this coating, you can make manicure on nails of any shape and any size (both natural and extended). The main advantage of such paints is that they mix well, which allows you to get a huge number of additional shades.
In custody
Now you know what paint paints are made of. And with a full consciousness of business, you can plunge into this fascinating process.