3 Ways to Use Archer & Olive Acrylograph Pens
Read on for 3 ways that we like to use Archer & Olive Acrylograph Pens in our journals and planners. There is so much that you can do with these versatile paint pens!
1. Shake: When you first open your Acrylograph pens, the nibs will be white with no ink. Shake to mix and distribute the ink.
2. Press: Next, press the nib down onto a piece of test paper and wait for the ink to fill up the pen nib and start flowing on the page. This can take a little time. Patience is key! Once the nib is fully in colour, the ink should start flowing on the page.
3. Clean and Store. Wipe any excess ink off with a paper towel and store your pens horizontally.
4. Activate your pens before each use for the best results. The first time you set up your pens will take the longest.
1. Drawing, writing, colouring: Use a light touch to avoid a scratchy finish. Writing directly on the top of the tip can cause paint splatter, so hold the pen on a slight angle. Write slowler than normal to give the ink flow time to catch up, to achieve a nice even covering of ink. Try not to overwork the paper when colouring large areas - a single layer of colour is enough. When colouring large areas, colour in small sections at a time for a smooth finish overall.
2. Layering: Wait until the layer is completely dry before adding another layer on top. Due to the pens opaque colour you can use light colours over dark colours. You can also layer over other pens, paints and paper colours such as black or craft paper. 3. Blending: To create a gradient, use a water resistant surface to mix your paint such as a piece of plastic. Then, activate the darker colour that you wish to use by building up a little circle of ink on your plastic sheet. Dip the lighter colour that you wish your gradient to finish on in the darker colour. Now draw on your paper! The colour will start darker and will fade to the lighter colour once the darker ink runs out. Alternatively you can create gradients using two colours side by side and a dry brush for mixing in between while the colours are still wet.Check out our latest range of Archer & Olive Acrylograph Pens:
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