Matisse Underglaze Applique
Using Matisse as our inspiration, we will cut sheets of underglaze newsprint to applique colorful designs on a slab of clay. Video demonstrations include application of underglaze to newsprint sheets, and the cutting and designing of applique composition. Tips include how to successfully transfer images to clay slabs & form a finished piece.
Supplies List
- Firm Paper Plates (2)
- Fettling Knife
- Wooden Roller or Brayer
- Plastic Wrap
- Needle Tool or Skewer
- No.15 Casting Slip
- Velvet Underglazes
- Paintbrush
- Scraper or Plastic Card
- Scissors
- Newsprint
Preparation
- Brush on one even coat of each of each of the Velvet underglaze colors onto a newsprint (minimum 8x10).
- Allow the 3 sheets of different colored underglaze sheets of newsprint to dry.
- Roll out a moist slab of clay (larger than the paper plate) and cover it with plastic.
Video Example
Slideshow Presentation
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Live Video Demo
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