He sits the cup on a small palette cut from a scrap of cardboard, then holds the paint and palette in one hand, dips his brush in the paint, palettes the brush a few times and goes to the glass. For brushes, he uses quills and flats designed for use in water-based paint. I really like the John Hannukaine No. Ralph works out of a Mastercraft rolling plastic toolbox. His brushes are in the top tray, then paper cups and other supplies go in the bin under the tray.
Paint is stowed in the bottom drawer. Let the paint dry a bit before scraping away any unwanted paint. The splash begins by doing a quick rough layout on the outside of the window with chalk. If a customer wanted a specific design—say a red pickup with a Christmas tree on the back—I would do a paper pattern in advance. I do a drawing, project it with an overhead projector and draw the design full size on paper with a felt-tipped pen.
I tape that on the outside of the glass and paint from that. Next, he goes inside and does a black outline on any parts of the design that need clear definition before adding any color. They simply paint the colors on and leave a space around them. From the outside during the day, that space appears black. Once the black is on, he starts quickly filling in.
Once all the colors have been added, he outlines everything with white. During the day, when the light source is on the outside, the graphics appear opaque. From the inside, every brush stroke is visible. At night, when the light source is inside the store, the opposite is true. I am glad it was helpful! My paintings have brought me a lot of joy. Areas that are prone to weather issues do require something more sturdy than Tempura. Use a base of latex, from your local hardware store, then do the designs and details with the acrylic paints.
I can use Tempura because the weather in the desert drops in temperatures without the moisture. Thank you for visiting and taking time to comment. Now asked to paint at Country Club and am grateful for your advice. We are in a cold mountainous area, so am concerned with tempera and snow, have only used acrylic and know that tempera has to be easier, but am concerned.
The process is fairly simple. You have to know my little secret --a spray misting bottle and little bit of patience. This takes about 15 minutes for a standard picture window. If you don't remove it the way I recommend it can get really messy. Love this lens, and think you're amazingly talented. Just one question-does the paint come off easily once the holidays or other occasion are over? Mommie-Moola: Let me know how it turns out!
I would love to see your paintings. LadyCharlie: Thank you, LadyCharlie! I would love to see what you get to do after reading this! Christmas art in window painting is an absolute thrill if you love Christmas as much as I do! Appreciate you comments, lady! Wonderful lens This is a form of Art that I hadn't thought of and I do a lot of Artwork.
Thanks for sharing! TanjaCrouch: In a climate like Southern Nevada, you start with the base paints and work your way up on the outside of the windows. In an area that may be subject to extreme cold or heavy rains and humidity, starting backwards is the best course of action to follow. Thank you for the inquiry. It helps me develop better tips. To find out more, order the guide and it is all there for you in detail.
Happy Holidays! I'm a little confused. Don't you paint on the inside of the glass so that you have to do the highlights first and layer up in opposite order? And how do you do that? RoadMonkey: Paint your designs on the interior side of the glass. You need to be aware of the window "sweating" though. If it does, than acrylic or latex would be the way to decorated. They are a rubbery paint medium that won't melt off the window like tempera might with a moist glass surface.
There are tips for making your Tempera water proof in my book, too. Clean off is the same, but would take a bit more time and effort.
Thank you for your visit today! BarbaraCasey: It only takes one painting to get you hooked! Stencils are a great way to trace out design images to fill in with paint if you cannot draw. Designs and letters are included in the document when you download The Essential Window Painting Guide. Thank you for your visit!
Just wow. I have sliding glass doors for the first time in many years. Stencils, huh? I love seeing the shop windows painted for Christmas and never thought about doing it for myself. I would try doing a painting backwards where you live.
Start with the outlines and work your way in. This way you don't have to deal with the snow or cold and neither does your paint. Removal is tricky with this project so make sure you tape off the area and use a drop cloth. But, it is so expensive and there aren't a lot of colors to choose from. The paint tips are written in detail there. What kind of climate do you live in? That makes a huge difference.
Some people do use household latex to do windows, but it is a royal pain to remove. Paint flakes for me if the temperatures are too cold or the paint is really old or the wrong kind. I love the Blick Art Tempera as it has never let me down. I am looking for a nice vibrant paint that is thick enough not to require several coats and does not flake off.
Will the tempera paint you recommend do all of this? Do I need to add anything to the paint to make it stick better to the window? Some other sites recommend adding dish soap so the paint doesn't flake off the window. Do you ever have this problem? Let her practice on your sliding glass doors! I love the versitility of glass. It can be anything you want it to be. Thanks for your comments! I hope that you do find your holiday painter self and join me on this fun hobby.
If you have any questions, message me. I would be glad to help! What a gift that you have given to share so many tricks of the trade for the sheer joy of sharing! Every year I tell myself "I'm going to start doing this" and I don't know that I will get to Christmas decorate in time as I need time to practice and gather supplies. There is time to start practicing for other holidays of the year, though! Thank you so very much for re-inspiring the artist in me!
I love what you do! It is beautiful! NatureFan LM: You are welcome! If you do decide to use the directions, let me know what you painted! Very, very cool! I never really thought about how windows like these were made, and never considered I could make some of my own.
I've never thought of painting my windows for Christmas but I think your lens has inspired me to try doing a few windows this year. A happy window decorating holiday season coming up with your excellent tutorial and beautiful results Your lenses are always beautiful and informative!
This lens is actually more than beautiful. Take care :. That is a great forum and a good way to get started in facepainting if anyone wants to check it out. MarieJS: Thanks for your comment and visit! It is something I have done since I have a lot of fun with it! Now thst's a new profession to me Love this. I love painted windows -- one of my sisters is the official artist in our family and has done many an artistic painted window in her time.
It was always decorated with something. Great page! I just seen you other window painting lens, so I had to check this one out too even though Christmas is over. I really dig the window paintings, they are so cool! Back to say, Congratulations on your Squidoo Purple Star award! Well deserved! It is obvious that you are not only a talented window painting artist but also a talented Squidoo Lensmaster and article writer.
Ruthi: I do have a lot of fun when I paint and it can also be a very moving experience when I get in the "zone" while painting. I have been trying to find a painting apprentice to share this with when I found Squidoo. I appreciate you taking time out to comment, Ms. What fun you must have had as a holiday window painting artist! You are quite talented! Thank you for sharing your trade secrets and detailed instructions and video how-tos for those who may wish to paint window dressings for the holidays.
Linda BookLady: And I bet you had fun making that money while you were at it! Thanks for the compliment, Linda! Thanks for the visit and for taking time out to comment. Thanks for visiting and for the comment! Have a great Holiday! Merry Christmas! I enjoyed the lens, this is something we could do at home.
At first I thought is was for business. Thank you for the visit and taking time out to comment. Merry Christmas to you and yours! The more back links, the better I hear. There is so much I could share on this subject but it's production ; I appreciate you taking time out to comment. Wow what a long lens! You lens inspired me to write a post in my career blog and I recommended your lens.
I am not finished with the post so only you can see it in draft. Hope Ya Like It? A number of years ago, while working in a bank, we the employees were conned into painting the windows of the bank for Christmas. Three guesses who ended up doing most of it? OhMe: Thank you so much for the visit and blessing!
And yes it is a lot of fun! I think it would be great fun to paint Holiday Windows and I sure enjoyed seeing your great work and reading about how to do this. Judy Filarecki: I was in hysterics when I found that video!!
Window Washing Tip: Use a drop or two of dawn soap in my wash bucket. Judy, I can't post at this time to your profile. I wanted to let you know I was featuring one of your lenses here in the side bar! Thanks so much for the comment and the visit! Thanks for so much for all the great information. I never thought about what paint was used.
The window washing video was fun to watch. I never seem to succeed without streaks. They are a great example of holiday decor! Thank you very much for the visit and comment! That swarvoski rabbit is gorgeous and those snowman salt n pepper shakers are too cute ; Blessed! It's still under development but coming along nicely. Thanks very much for your visit! Greeting Card Messages.
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