Using Alcohol Ink On Ceramic Tiles

How to use alcohol ink on ceramic.

Using alcohol ink on ceramic tiles.

The liquid retention usually is able to the keep the alcohol on the tile edges without spilling over. Tile painting is popular because tiles are smooth and non porous allowing the inks to flow beautifully. In this video ranger guest artist teresa kovalak shares how to paint a stunning landscape on tile using tim holtz alcohol inks. Link to a great youtube video and a source for supplies.

I am new to alcohol inks and am really enjoying doing the tiles. I was disappointed when i used krylon uv resistant gloss and it changed the colours of one tile and added little white blotches to another. I did shake the can well before i sprayed. If you missed that tutorial don t worry it s so easy.

You want a nice thick layer of alcohol that is just sort of floating on the surface of the tile. I appreciate your instructions. Tutorial about using alcohol ink on ceramic tiles and yupo paper to create beautiful works of art. To make the swirls on the saucer i used the same technique that i used on the alcohol ink art.

It is also popular because tiles make great gifts as coasters trivets and small art pieces. Pour some rubbing alcohol into a small jar and use the paint brush to dab the alcohol all over the shiny surface of the ceramic tile. I just dropped a few spots of ink along with a few drops of alcohol blending solution onto my ceramic saucer and used my straw to blow the ink around. Many alcohol ink artists paint on ceramic tile.

You can create many variations by using the different alcohol ink techniques. Teresa will share easy step by step instructions tips and tricks on how to paint with these vibrant inks. Alcohol ink tends to flake off ceramic tile if it is not sealed. Alcohol ink tiles are a fun project.