Apple QuickTime movie | 2001-05-26 | 46.0 MB | 320x240 | 15fps | 3 minutes, 9 seconds
Transcription: Silk painting is an art form that has existed for over 3,000 years. There are many different artistic ways to paint on fabric. Here we will illustrate three of these techniques, ombre, line building, and the salt crystal technique. Before you can begin applying color to the silk, it must first be washed and then stretched on a frame to create a taut The ombre technique is used to create a color blend or gradation. A subtle blend can be achieved by first wetting the silk with chemical water. Then, the dye is applied in long strokes. The artist must paint in only one direction to avoid blemishes ...
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