Ceramic Illustration with Scratch Art
Scratching: Line
A course by Samuel Casal , Visual Artist
About the video: Scratching: Line
Overview
“Using dry point and dental tools, I will build the design by removing the underglaze from the piece according to the need to trace or scrape, thus making the contrast between the color of the piece and the painted color stain.”
In this video lesson Samuel Casal addresses the topic: Scratching: Line, which is part of the Domestika online course: Ceramic Illustration with Scratch Art. Discover the scratch art technique to create original illustrations on ceramic objects and express your imagination.
Partial transcription of the video
“The next phase involves using the Scratch technique on Serena. To begin. i've chosen two pointed tools for this purpose. This will help achieve the desired effect. A derivative of a dental tool the edge is customized by me and another adapted from a metal engraving tool or a drypoint needle. Once again in my work. i prefer to maintain the freedom of gestures and strokes so I don't stick too faithfully to the initial sketch. But in your case... As a beginner. You have the option to lightly sketch with a pencil over the underglaze. pinpointing essential areas that will guide the flow of your ...”
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Course summary for: Ceramic Illustration with Scratch Art
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Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Drawing, Engraving, Fine Arts, Traditional illustration

Samuel Casal
A course by Samuel Casal
Samuel Casal has been working as a visual artist since 1990, and his art has appeared in illustrated books as well as national and international magazines. He has won numerous awards in Brazil including a Jabuti, the most renowned Brazilian literature prize, and received honorable mention at the Brazilian Graphic Design Biennial, as well as eight HQMIX awards at the Museu de Artes Gráficas Brasileiro.
He has taken part in both individual and group exhibitions in various countries like Spain, Norway, Italy, Russia, Mexico, and more. He currently devotes his time to research and ceramic painting using traditional engraving tools and techniques.
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