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Distinctive feature century of high technology is the ease with which beauty is replicated and originality is put on stream. But if not everyone can become an artist and paint great canvases, then many can create unique images using simple technologies.
Wood is one of the suitable materials on which a photograph or favorite drawing will look great. In addition to the fact that the quality of the product will remain unchanged for many years, it will be a kind of masterpiece or a piece of goods, depending on how it is disposed of.
The essence of technology
Don’t be intimidated by such buzzwords as sublimation printing technology or graverton, because they are one and the same thing, and therefore less incomprehensible. The technology is based on the principle of sublimation, when a substance, under the influence of high temperature, “jumps” from a gaseous state directly to a solid state, bypassing the wet stage.
Graverton technology allows you to transfer a design to wood, metal, glass, fabric, and the process itself takes place in a certain order:
- The image is printed on sublimation paper;
- The front side is applied to the object being processed;
- Placed in a heat press for a certain time.
expose artistic treatment Can huge amount things - from shoes, dishes, fabrics to corporate symbols, puzzles and all sorts of other unexpected things.
The main disadvantage of graverton technology is the need for special equipment and its high price:
- sublimation printer(starting from 500 thousand rubles and kopecks);
- thermal transfer press(from 9 to 30 thousand rubles).
Very often we are faced with the question - how to transfer a drawing to paper? The question is very important, because all further work depends on the quality of the translated image. You found a wonderful drawing in a book or magazine, or maybe you have a beautiful embroidery in front of you that you want to repeat - the topic of transferring a drawing to paper is for you!
The task before us is to transfer a clear, neat drawing from a sample drawing onto paper, which will then be transferred to another surface: fabric, leather, cardboard, paper, wood or plywood. In some cases, this drawing itself will be the basis for work, for example, as a coloring book for children.
Let's look at several options for transferring a drawing to paper.
OPTION 1.
Let's start with the most interesting and fairly old method, which has been used by several generations of masters. He enjoyed particular respect among students, in whose time the technology for printing drawings and texts was not yet so accessible. Lots of neat coursework and theses went through GLASSING and were successfully defended.
In order for you to be able to transfer any drawing onto paper using glass, you need a table lamp, two chairs and glass of any size. That's all - you now have reliable manual copying “equipment” at home under your leadership! Let's look at what to do now and how to transfer the drawing onto paper using glass.
We place a sample on the glass (approximately above the lamp) from which we will copy the drawing.
Place a blank sheet of paper on this sample.
A fairly bright light from a table lamp allows you to clearly see the pattern through all layers of paper. Take a pencil and trace all the lines of the bottom drawing onto the top blank sheet of paper.
If you do not want the bottom sheet to be damaged by pencil pressure, then trace the lines with light pressure. Then, turning off the lamp, take a pencil and trace the lines more clearly.
The work is completed, the patterns are transferred to a new sheet of paper. In this way, you can retake pictures not only from simple sheet, but also from any book and magazine.
Glazing is a wonderful way to transfer a pattern onto paper!
Interestingly, the bright light of the lamp also penetrates the fabric, so you can copy the pattern from embroidered products. This is done in the same way as when working with paper.
The napkin lies on the glass above the lamp. A blank sheet of paper is placed on top and the entire pattern is outlined with a pencil. Keep in mind that the embroidery is slightly convex and the top blank sheet of paper will not lie tightly on the napkin.
Drawings translated using the glass method are distinguished by their accuracy. You can start working periodically, giving yourself time to rest, because the drawing lies in place without moving. This method is good for any drawings of any complexity.
OPTION 2.
If the drawing is small in size, it can be transferred to paper on a regular WINDOW GLASS . Besides, There are times when there is no opportunity or space to make a structure with glass, chairs and a lamp.
To prevent the bottom sample from moving, secure it to a blank sheet of paper using paper clips. A significant drawback when working - very quickly hands get tired.
OPTION 3.
Usage COPY PAPER for drawing translation is widely known. To work you need: a sample drawing, carbon copy, blank paper, pencil or pen.
All this is laid out in this way - first a blank sheet, then a carbon copy with the ink side down, a sample of the design is placed on top. Staples are needed to ensure that nothing moves while working.
With a pencil, with pressure, all the lines of the drawing are outlined, which remain on the bottom sheet of paper.
After finishing the work, remove the carbon paper - the drawing is completely imprinted on a sheet of paper.
There are several disadvantages of transferring a drawing using carbon paper - the sample quickly wears out due to frequent tracing with a pencil, the work is sloppy, this method is suitable for relatively small drawings.
OPTION 4.
In some cases, you can transfer the drawing directly onto thin tissue paper. paper or thicker tracing paper.
This translucent paper is superimposed on a sample drawing, the contours of which are outlined using a pencil or pen.
That's it. A lot has been written, but you need to know each of these options for transferring a drawing onto paper. The work of needlewomen is quite varied - you don’t know when what knowledge will come in handy.
Let's summarize our " manual" methods of drawing translation. So this is:
- glass above the table lamp,
- glass on the window,
- using carbon paper,
- using tracing paper or tissue paper.
But!.. Modernity makes its own adjustments to the work of craftsmen. Required drawing If desired, you can already find it on the Internet. And the pattern you like can bescan and print electronically.As a result, you will have a drawing on paper ready to work.Due to the fact that there is no manual drawing, time is saved significantly and after printing you can start working directly.
If you have a photocopier nearby, you can take a sample drawing on it, increasing or decreasing its size if necessary. The person servicing this device knows its additional functions. Just tell me by what percentage you would like to change the image.
So, the modern way of translating a drawing is as follows:
- scan images from books and magazines and print,
- find the finished picture in electronic form and print it,
- use a photocopier for copying, print and changing the size of the picture.
Copying and printing of a drawing of any format and color is done using modern technology in a matter of minutes. The print quality is excellent.
But think about it, if many masters still with a simple pencil transfer the drawings onto paper themselves, then this manual method is not so bad... Time-tested!
Thank you and see you again on the pages!
Every person who likes to create something with their own hands has at least once thought about transferring beautiful image onto some surface, for example, wood, leather, fabric, etc. There are many ways to transfer an image, but in this article we will talk about only one, very simple and quite fast - transferring using acrylic paint.
To do this you will need the following materials:
- image printed on a laser printer;
- acrylic paint;
- brush;
- spray bottle with water;
- the surface to which you plan to transfer the image;
- acrylic varnish;
- hair dryer (optional, but it speeds up the process).
Let's get started:
1. The surface on which you plan to transfer the image should be covered with a layer of acrylic paint.
2. Glue the picture to acrylic paint, pressing firmly. Then there are two options: either leave it until completely dry, or speed up the process with a hairdryer. The paint must be completely dry.
3. Next, take a spray bottle of water, spray it on the surface and begin to slowly remove the paper with your fingers. The image will remain on the surface. Do not overdo it with water and take your time - this is not a quick, but exciting process.
4. We get the finished picture on the surface. To be sure, you should fix the image with acrylic varnish.
For a detailed master class on transferring an image to any surface, watch the video below:
Wood is an excellent material for decorative finishing and for construction, since it is durable, environmentally friendly and gives a certain charm to the external treatment of walls and floors in rooms.
Sometimes wood is also used to place it on different images, which can serve as individual paintings or be placed on the walls as decorative elements. Having said that, making an image on wood or transferring it from a regular photograph is quite simple with some tools and common substances on hand.
Transfer Methods
But how to transfer a photo, picture or pattern onto a wooden surface so as not to spoil it, but to get a beautiful result? There are several common ways to transfer an image onto wood with your own hands.
Most often, a certain type of paper, a drawing or photograph in electronic format is used, as well as a wooden base prepared for transfer - a board on which the picture needs to be transferred.
Methods for transferring pictures:
- sublimation paper;
- paper and iron;
- PVA glue;
- gel;
- film for decoupage.
Sublimation paper leaves an image on a wooden surface quickly. Therefore, the method for transferring an image using it does not require detailed description. Simple instructions for using it will suffice.
In all cases, before transferring a photograph to wood, it is processed in a photo editor, and only then applied to paper. Depending on the type of paper, certain substances are used to transfer the image onto wood.
Preparing to transfer the drawing
It is important to properly prepare the wood surface before transferring the design onto wood.
Preparation for transfer is usually the same for each type of transfer and includes the following steps:
- First, the work surface is cleaned. It is better that it is light and purified. The color of the wood can affect the quality of the future design, so you need to consider what kind of material and type of wood is selected.
- To get the perfect drawing, you need to sand or sand the wooden board so that its fibers do not distort the quality of the image.
- When translating pictures, you need to use a mirror image of the picture. In almost every case, you need to take into account the method of translating the image, since often correct drawing from paper requires mirror reflection.
- Photos should be in high resolution digital form if possible. This doesn't always guarantee good result, but otherwise may lead to distortion of the picture.
- Texts and numbers should always be mirrored before transferring the picture onto wood. If portraits or landscapes can still be left as is, then the readability of the text directly depends on the location of the text on the transfer paper.
Transfer with a hot iron
This is the cheapest way to transfer an image onto a wood board. It is best suited for carrying simple images followed by surface treatment.
For this method, before transferring the drawing, you need to have a printout of the image from a laser printer, as well as a surface for the drawing that has been sanded with fine-grained sandpaper or a sanding machine.
First, the pattern or design is stretched to the desired size, and then printed. A sheet of paper must be placed on the board in the place where the transfer will be carried out and fixed. After this, iron the paper with an iron.
To better transfer the pigment, the paper can be pre-moistened with a small amount of acetone, but you must follow safety rules so as not to inhale the fumes. A gauze bandage should be used, and the room where the image is being transferred to the tree should be well ventilated.
Typically, this method is used to burn out patterns and simple images using a wood soldering iron. The pattern can also be drawn by hand and using carbon paper to apply the design onto paper and then onto wood, or directly through a piece of paper and carbon paper onto the surface.
Transferring the image with PVA glue and gel
When transferring an image with glue or acrylic gel medium, the procedure is practically the same. It is recommended that before applying the design, degrease the surface and sand it smooth.
The difference is in the procedure for applying the glue or gel. In the first case, glue is applied to the photograph, after which it is placed on a wooden base. In the case of gel, the substance is applied directly to the board, after which an image is placed on top of it. In any case, it is important to apply the substance in an even layer, not thick, but do not leave gaps or dry spots.
After this, the surface of the photograph or paper with a pattern can be leveled, air bubbles expelled and fixed in the desired position. In this case, a roller is used to smooth the sheets, like, for example, wallpaper on the walls after gluing.
It may take 12-24 hours for the adhesive or gel transfer to dry to completely transfer the photo onto the wood. After a day, the sheet can be removed. In the case of glue, you can slightly moisten the paper with a sponge so that it is better separated from the wooden surface. The glue has to be carefully rubbed off with your fingers. It will be much easier to separate the paper from the gel - just roll it up.
The gel needs to be given a little time to dry, after which it is covered with paraffin. PVA glue also needs to dry somewhat, after which it is varnished.
Transferring with film for decoupage
This is a good way to transfer images onto wood without the help of glue or gel, which already leaves quite rich colors and bright designs.
This method uses a board surface prepared with sandpaper, onto which acrylic paint is applied. white. The paint is first slightly diluted with water, after which one layer is applied to the surface of the board in the longitudinal direction, and later a second layer in the transverse direction. After this, the paint is allowed to dry.
At the same time, decoupage film is used, on which a photograph or the desired image is printed. First, it is moistened in water at room temperature for about half a minute. After this, it is placed on the surface of the board, and then the base is removed.
By treating the film with a sponge, excess moisture is removed from it so as not to rub the pattern. After it dries, you can use a marker to correct image defects. The board takes on its final appearance after it is coated with varnish.
From all the available examples, it becomes obvious that transferring an image onto wood with your own hands is not so difficult. It is enough to have careful hands and, perhaps, some skills in working with photo editors, as well as at least a little good color taste.
After creating a design on wood, it can be placed in any room of the house or used as a decorative element, multiplying it several times.
Some masters have turned this simple activity into a good business. But first of all main task such a transfer is beautiful drawing on a tree, creating a beautiful object, gift or decor that will bring pleasure to its owner.
In the variety of materials used for finishing, wood occupies a special place. This material is notable for its unique texture, environmental friendliness and natural origin. The wood itself, especially when varnished or otherwise decorated, is quite beautiful. However, it often becomes the basis for placing certain images. Moreover, the latter can be transferred independently. And there are several ways to do this.
Unlike paper and canvas, painting on wood is something new and interesting in our design. Therefore, such paintings will attract attention, and those people who want to create an interior that can surprise can consider this particular option.
In addition, you can decorate the wood that is used directly in the decoration, making the interior that is familiar to many look completely new. In addition, in this way you can decorate a variety of wooden products, from boxes to furniture.
Finally, transferring an image onto a wooden surface can be a hobby for children and adults, and for some, a way to earn money. After all, handmade things are actively purchased today.
What needs to be done with the drawing and wood before transferring
- Transferring an image onto a wood surface, like any other, is in some cases impossible without the mirroring effect. In the case of an image, this is not so important, but it is better to initially make letters and numbers mirrored so that after transfer they take on the correct appearance;
- Any drawing is best transferred to high resolution. During the work, blurriness may appear, and if the image resolution was initially low, this can greatly deteriorate the quality of the final result;
- The quality of the transfer directly depends on how clean and smooth the surface is. Any contamination is unacceptable, as are unevenness. In the latter case, you can use sandpaper;
- The color of the wood can also play a role in transfer. It is best to use options that are as light as possible.
Transfer with sublimation paper
A special type of paper that, when heated, can adhere to a surface, such as wood. Anything can be printed on such paper, and the process of transferring an image with its help is as simple as possible.
Ironing paper
It is often used when it is necessary to transfer images to wood for subsequent tracing with a special soldering iron and thus creating a picture. Some people draw by hand, while others prefer this method. However, the method is also suitable for creating final products, and due to its cheapness and simplicity, it is very accessible and popular.
To transfer, you need to print the desired image on a sheet of paper. The sheet itself is laid on a perfectly cleaned and smooth wood surface. In this case, the paper is moistened with a small amount of acetone, which will make the process of transferring pigment from it to wood when heated better.
Important! When working with acetone, all precautions should be taken. Remember that the material has a strong odor and evaporates rapidly. It is best to work in a ventilated area, and you should protect your respiratory system with a respirator or at least a mask. It is also important to have a fire extinguisher on hand to prevent static electricity.
Having stretched the paper soaked in acetone to the desired size, we begin to iron it with a hot iron, and after a while the image will be transferred.
Transfer using decoupage film
Decoupage is becoming a very popular hobby, so many people know how to handle film from it. Having printed the required image on it, also prepare acrylic paint white.
It is necessary to perfectly clean the wood and also give it a smooth surface. Next, we apply pre-slightly diluted paint in two layers. Moreover, the application directions must be perpendicular to each other.
The paint must be allowed to dry. Once this has happened, the dampened decoupage paper (about 30 seconds soaking in room temperature water) is placed on the surface, removing the base and rubbing with a sponge to ensure a tight seal. After waiting for it to dry, you can treat the surface with varnish.
Transfer using PVA or gel medium
Regardless of the material chosen, the process is approximately the same. However, in the case of gel, the application occurs directly on the board, well, the glue is applied to the photograph. The photo itself can be a simple printout on plain paper. If this is important to the image, it is necessary to have a mirrored version of the photo, as later the picture will take on the correct appearance. The following is the procedure:
- The wood must be thoroughly cleaned and perfectly sanded to create a smooth surface. You can use 120 grit sandpaper;
- Processing photos with glue or wood gel. In the case of the latter, it is necessary to do everything as carefully as possible, without missing the slightest fragment;
- The sheet must be glued to a lubricated surface, and then passed over it with a roller for a better fit, absence of folds and air bubbles. This stage is extremely important, since it determines how well the drawing will be translated;
- Leave the product overnight, then, as soon as the gel is completely dry, wet the sheet and remove it with a dishwashing sponge. The image is translated quite reliably, and it is not so easy to erase it. However, it is still better not to try too hard. However, in the case of PVA glue, it will be more difficult to erase the paper layer;
- After all the paper has been removed, make sure that there are no traces of it left on the surface, as they may interfere with the next step - varnishing. You can use waterproof or clear acrylic varnish.
