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[[Image:Drybrush stroke.jpg|thumb|An example of the drybrush technique using black acrylic paint on illustration board]] |
[[Image:Drybrush stroke.jpg|thumb|An example of the drybrush technique using black acrylic paint on illustration board]] |
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'''Drybrush''' is a [[painting]] technique in which a [[brush|paint brush]] that is relatively dry, but still holds [[paint]], is used to create a drawing or painting. Load is applied to a dry support such as [[paper]] or [[primer (paint)|primed]] [[canvas]]. The resulting brush |
'''Drybrush''' is a [[painting]] technique in which a [[brush|paint brush]] that is relatively dry, but still holds [[paint]], is used to create a drawing or painting. Load is applied to a dry support such as [[paper]] or [[primer (paint)|primed]] [[canvas]]. The resulting brush-strokes have a characteristic scratchy and textured look that lacks the smooth appearance that [[wash (visual arts)|wash]]es or blended paint commonly have. This technique can be used to achieve a blurred or soft appearance.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Gardner |first=Jim |date=1975-01-01 |title=Dry Brush Painting |url=https://doi.org/10.1080/00119253.1975.9934434 |journal=Design |volume=76 |issue=3 |pages=18–21 |doi=10.1080/00119253.1975.9934434 |issn=0011-9253}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Gallery |first=Principle |date=2015-03-10 |title=Technique Tuesdays: Dry Brush |url=https://principlearttalk.com/2015/03/10/technique-tuesdays-dry-brush/ |access-date=2022-09-09 |website=Principle Gallery |language=en}}</ref> |
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The technique of drybrush painting can be achieved with both water-based and oil-based media.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2009-09-23 |title=Dry Brush Painting |url=https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-terms/dry-brush-painting/ |access-date=2022-09-09 |website=Artists Network |language=en-US}}</ref> With water-based media such as [[ink]]s, [[acrylic paint]]s, [[tempera]] |
The technique of drybrush painting can be achieved with both water-based and oil-based media.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2009-09-23 |title=Dry Brush Painting |url=https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-terms/dry-brush-painting/ |access-date=2022-09-09 |website=Artists Network |language=en-US}}</ref> With water-based media such as [[ink]]s, [[acrylic paint]]s, [[tempera]]-paints, or [[watercolor]]-paints, the brush is usually dry or squeezed dry of all water. The brush is loaded with paint that is highly viscous or thick and then applied to a dry support. With other water-based media, the brush is loaded with paint and then squeezed dry. When using oil-based media, such as [[oil paint|oil-paint]], similar techniques are used, although instead of water, the brush is used dry or any oil or solvent is removed. Because oil-paint has a longer drying-time than water-based media, brushing over or blending drybrush strokes is often avoided to preserve the distinctive look of the drybrush-painting-technique. |
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The technique is often used in [[Figure painting (hobby)#Dry brushing|model |
The technique is often used in [[Figure painting (hobby)#Dry brushing|model-painting]] to apply highlights to miniatures.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Vela |first=Larry |date=2009-02-04 |title=PAINTING: Layering vs Drybrushing |url=https://www.belloflostsouls.net/2009/02/painting-layering-vs-drybrushing.html|access-date=2022-09-09|website=Bell of lost Souls|language=en}}</ref> |
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Oil-based drybrushing can also be scrubbed onto paper, canvas or absorbent [[gesso]] with stiff bristle brushes to impart smooth airbrushed or pastel-style effects. Next is that drybrush is sometimes mixed with other painting techniques |
Oil-based drybrushing can also be scrubbed onto paper, canvas or absorbent [[gesso]] with stiff bristle brushes to impart smooth airbrushed or pastel-style effects. Next is that drybrush is sometimes mixed with other painting techniques |
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Coming from the dry brush technique, an autonomous painting technique developed in a comparatively short time: |
Coming from the dry brush technique, an autonomous painting technique developed in a comparatively short time: |
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[[File:"Два брата и две сестры". Бумага, масляная краска. 50х70 см. Техника "Сухая кисть".jpg|alt="Sisters and Brothers" paper, oil paint. 50x70 cm. Technique "dry brush"|thumb|Portrait using |
[[File:"Два брата и две сестры". Бумага, масляная краска. 50х70 см. Техника "Сухая кисть".jpg|alt="Sisters and Brothers" paper, oil paint. 50x70 cm. Technique "dry brush"|thumb|Portrait using drybrushing technique]] |
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For painting with the dry brush a small amount of oil is used. The color is diluted with a few drops of linseed oil or solvents. From this mixture very little color is added to the brush. In the next step the brush with the color on it is spread out very well on a color palette and the oil is secreted. The brush must be dry at the end of this step. |
For painting with the dry brush a small amount of oil is used. The color is diluted with a few drops of linseed oil or solvents. From this mixture very little color is added to the brush. In the next step the brush with the color on it is spread out very well on a color palette and the oil is secreted. The brush must be dry at the end of this step. |
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Images painted with a dry brush are characterized by the specific transitions of light and shadow and gossamer tones. A work done in black and white appears similar to a coal or fine pencil drawing.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dry brush technique. Portrait drawing technique |url=https://www.art-portrets.ru/dry_brush_technique.html |access-date=2022-09-09 |website=www.art-portrets.ru}}</ref> |
Images painted with a dry brush are characterized by the specific transitions of light and shadow and gossamer tones. A work done in black and white appears similar to a coal or fine pencil drawing.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dry brush technique. Portrait drawing technique |url=https://www.art-portrets.ru/dry_brush_technique.html |access-date=2022-09-09 |website=www.art-portrets.ru}}</ref> |
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==Tutorials and technique== |
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* Nadja Sasch: ''Der trockene Pinsel.'' Edition Michael Fischer, Ingling 2012, {{ISBN|978-3-86355-085-1}}. |
* Nadja Sasch: ''Der trockene Pinsel.'' Edition Michael Fischer, Ingling 2012, {{ISBN|978-3-86355-085-1}}. |
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Latest revision as of 23:38, 14 May 2024
Drybrush is a painting technique in which a paint brush that is relatively dry, but still holds paint, is used to create a drawing or painting. Load is applied to a dry support such as paper or primed canvas. The resulting brush-strokes have a characteristic scratchy and textured look that lacks the smooth appearance that washes or blended paint commonly have. This technique can be used to achieve a blurred or soft appearance.[1][2]
The technique of drybrush painting can be achieved with both water-based and oil-based media.[3] With water-based media such as inks, acrylic paints, tempera-paints, or watercolor-paints, the brush is usually dry or squeezed dry of all water. The brush is loaded with paint that is highly viscous or thick and then applied to a dry support. With other water-based media, the brush is loaded with paint and then squeezed dry. When using oil-based media, such as oil-paint, similar techniques are used, although instead of water, the brush is used dry or any oil or solvent is removed. Because oil-paint has a longer drying-time than water-based media, brushing over or blending drybrush strokes is often avoided to preserve the distinctive look of the drybrush-painting-technique.
The technique is often used in model-painting to apply highlights to miniatures.[4]
Oil-based drybrushing can also be scrubbed onto paper, canvas or absorbent gesso with stiff bristle brushes to impart smooth airbrushed or pastel-style effects. Next is that drybrush is sometimes mixed with other painting techniques
Coming from the dry brush technique, an autonomous painting technique developed in a comparatively short time:
For painting with the dry brush a small amount of oil is used. The color is diluted with a few drops of linseed oil or solvents. From this mixture very little color is added to the brush. In the next step the brush with the color on it is spread out very well on a color palette and the oil is secreted. The brush must be dry at the end of this step.
Linseed oil, when used with oil paint for dry brushing, will yellow if it becomes too warm, such as being left in a car in the summer sun. Sewing machine oil and diesel oil work just as well and do not yellow.
Now a very thin layer of color is applied to a watercolor paper. By reworking with an eraser at this point it is possible to incorporate different lighting effects and details.
Images painted with a dry brush are characterized by the specific transitions of light and shadow and gossamer tones. A work done in black and white appears similar to a coal or fine pencil drawing.[5]
Tutorials and technique
[edit]- Nadja Sasch: Der trockene Pinsel. Edition Michael Fischer, Ingling 2012, ISBN 978-3-86355-085-1.
See also
[edit]- Art movement
- Creativity techniques
- List of art media
- List of artistic media
- List of art movements
- List of art techniques
References
[edit]- ^ Gardner, Jim (1975-01-01). "Dry Brush Painting". Design. 76 (3): 18–21. doi:10.1080/00119253.1975.9934434. ISSN 0011-9253.
- ^ Gallery, Principle (2015-03-10). "Technique Tuesdays: Dry Brush". Principle Gallery. Retrieved 2022-09-09.
- ^ "Dry Brush Painting". Artists Network. 2009-09-23. Retrieved 2022-09-09.
- ^ Vela, Larry (2009-02-04). "PAINTING: Layering vs Drybrushing". Bell of lost Souls. Retrieved 2022-09-09.
- ^ "Dry brush technique. Portrait drawing technique". www.art-portrets.ru. Retrieved 2022-09-09.
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