GRAPHiC DESiGN: Stencils

We learned about the stencil process by creating a strong contrasting image in photoshop. Once the image was created, sometimes we had to darken or lighten areas to keep important features. We tried to choose recognizable images to begin with. Then we cut away the positive space and were left with the negative space. We had to be careful to leave small pieces to attach center areas, such as the insides of a letter or else it would be one solid shape instead of intricate areas within. We definitely had some trial and error! We learned it was OK to tape back pieces together and re-trim if we made a mistake, we learned to shield off areas we didn't want overspray, and we learned to spray paint in the grass NOT on the SIDEWALK! :) The process works better with a firmer paper like card stock or thin cardboard as paper curls and lifts. Once the stencils were made, we tried many variations. One student made a whole series, each piece with 2 separate stencils- a portrait and a name.

Materials

  • spray paint
  • acrylic with sponge brushes
  • card stock
  • high contrast printed images or drawn
  • x-acto knives 
  • BAND-AIDS
  • scissors
  • newspaper for protecting surfaces


old and new Rap artists.... in progress


multiple stencils



trying them out..









 short paint bursts add a neat texture

 and a hint of gruesomeness!

 sometimes the stencil it's self it cool as is!


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