Painting Plexiglass Work Shop

Painting plexiglass is a very interesting and dramatic technique that can include the use of many different materials and techniques.

The Plexiglass is painted on the back side that has a matte or frosted finish so the paint will  react and adhere to the surface. While creating you have to think in reverse as to how to layer  different colors or materials. A very wet technique will allow many translucent levels to be applied and built up to create a  rich deep combination of colors. Colored pencils are also a good medium to combine, allowing very detailed sketching and  shading if desired.

Personal photos or decorative papers can also be collaged on to the plexiglass as another  element in the composition.

Metal leafing such as gold leaf, silver or copper leaf also can add a very rich high light or  glimmer to the finished art. Scratching through paint layers and…