Graffiti has a rather long history. And during its ubiquitous existence, it not only developed, but also improved. Bombing, tagging, writing - all this unites many beloved art. And it can not do without stencils. They have become so popular that no one can imagine this kind of creativity without them. And many are interested in how to make a stencil yourself. The new school of this movement, or rather, its representatives do not agree that the stencil drawings flowed from this particular art form. But still their relationship is undeniable.
So, before you make a stencil, you should remember that it carries a social orientation, a certain meaning. But, of course, without any framework, since no modern subculture welcomes them. For this reason, graffiti drawings can be funny, funny, cause a smile or just be abstractions to no one.
Black and white graffiti stencils are very popular. How to make them, consider below. Usually these are small stylistic drawings and the accompanying explanatory inscription. There are also multi-color complex stainsils hardly differing from graffiti, but they are very complex. So let's start small.
Many beginners are interested in how to make a stencil durable. After all, I want to use it more than once. Standard sheets (A4) will be enough no more than 1-2 times. Therefore, you need to use something more durable - thick cardboard (you can from shoe boxes or from the refrigerator). Next, you need to draw a picture directly on the cardboard. You can do this by hand with a
gel pen or marker. And you can print a picture on a printer, glue it to cardboard and cut it out (more conveniently with a
stationery knife or blade).
With repeated use (due to the numerous application of paint), the stencil will become as hard as plastic. On the one hand, this is good (for durability), and on the other, it can easily be broken in half. Therefore, it is better to store in a folder. Another option is to use linoleum instead of cardboard (which is much more difficult to do). Then it can be twisted, which is very convenient.
A little more on how to make graffiti stencils from a printed picture. First you need to upload the desired photo to Photoshop . Trim, if necessary, background. Also adjust the light level and brightness if necessary. Next, the image needs to be discolored, but so that it is clear what exactly is drawn. On a black background, white "islands" should be as small as possible. White space should be completely interconnected. Then it will be easier to cut out the black main pattern. All is ready. Cut out.
Now you understand how to make a stencil? The main thing is a good picture, accuracy, precise cutting and a quality base (cardboard, linoleum). You can use them in other types of art (needlework) - in scrapbooking (for masks and backgrounds), in card making (for creating backgrounds for postcards), when
burning on wood and stained glass painting.