Guided Project: Creative Portrait with Transfer
The Magic of Frisket
A guided project by Karen Savard Klassen , Illustrator and mixed media expert
Joined April 2002
Joined January 2020
About the video: The Magic of Frisket
Overview
“Now, I will show you how to use frisket film as a stencil. I will apply the frisket film and then paint the image. ”
In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: The Magic of Frisket, which is part of the Domestika online course: Guided Project: Creative Portrait with Transfer. Create unique acrylic portraits using image transfer, frisket masking, and painting techniques to explore light and shadow.
Partial transcription of the video
“The Magic of Frisket In this lesson, I'll show you how to use frisket film as a stencil. For this next part, I'll take the frisket film, which is a thin plastic, and apply it to my drawing. It helps to first cut it to size. I'll place it over the top of my image and cut off the extra edges, so it doesn't overhang. Use a regular pair of scissors. It doesn't have to be precise as long as it's going over the top of your image. Even though it has a white backing, I can still see my image through it. Now, it looks good. I'm making sure that it will cover my drawing. I'll remove the backing. I do...”
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Course summary for: Guided Project: Creative Portrait with Transfer
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Category
Illustration -
Areas
Acrylic Painting, Digital Illustration, Fine Arts, Traditional illustration
Karen Savard Klassen
A guided project by Domestika
Karen Savard Klassen is a seasoned illustrator renowned for her mastery in mixed media artistry. With a deep-rooted passion for visual storytelling, she has dedicated years to exploring diverse techniques that merge traditional and contemporary elements. Her artistic journey began with a profound interest in acrylic painting, which led her to experiment with various mediums such as frisket film and image transfer. This exploration has culminated in a distinctive style characterized by vibrant colors and compelling compositions that captivate the viewer's imagination.
Throughout her career, Klassen has collaborated with prestigious publications and art institutions, earning a reputation for her innovative approach to portraiture. Her work often reflects a harmonious blend of realism and abstraction, inviting audiences to engage with art in new and exciting ways. By integrating graphic elements and exploring the interplay of light and shadow, she creates pieces that resonate with a sense of individuality and creativity. Karen's dedication to her craft and her ability to push the boundaries of traditional illustration make her a respected figure in the art community.
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