Painting on glass with acrylic paints. Making coatings at home

Before we begin to describe how painting happens acrylic paints on glass, I would like to dwell on what acrylic paints for glass are.

The main types of such paints:

stained glass,
covering.

What is their difference? Acrylic glass paints provide an opaque coating. Painting with them is akin to painting with ordinary gouache. In principle, anyone who can draw at least a little can work with them, and no special skills are needed. Most often, such paints are water-based. Because of this, they are easily scratched or even washed off with water. Therefore, in order for the decorative acrylic glass obtained in this way to please the eye for a long time, the work must be coated with a special varnish. As a rule, if the paints are water-based, then the varnish should be the same - water-based acrylic. This “union” will provide a durable coating.

Stained glass acrylic paints for glass are transparent, which creates an indescribable play of light.

Working with them is a little more difficult than with covering ones: you need at least a little experience working with contours. In stores you can buy one of the varieties of stained glass paints:

Ordinary: for them to dry, you just need to wait. Most often this is no more than a day.
Baked stained glass paints: in order for the image to be reliably fixed, they need to be heated at a certain temperature in the oven (details of working with them are in each instruction manual).
The paints "stuck". Although they can be bought in departments for children's creativity, many adults are not averse to using them. The work process is quite exciting: you apply an image to a smooth surface (it is very convenient to use a stationery file for this), wait a bit for it to dry, and then, when you get a film with a pattern, separate it and glue it onto the smooth surface.

It can be not only glass, but also a mirror, plastic, refrigerator, ceramic tile, etc. It is believed that such drawings must be handled with care. However, we know from our own experience that even if you clean a mirror with such a glued pattern with a glass cleaner, nothing will happen to it. Another advantage of such paints: if you get tired of it, the picture can be removed and re-glued to another place. In general, this is not creativity in its highest sense, but excellent entertainment for children and adults.

What is needed for painting with acrylic paints on glass?

directly
acrylic varnish to fix the work and ensure its durability (how will you show off your creative successes to your grandchildren?); it can be in jars, that is, applied with a brush, or sold as an aerosol (convenient, but more expensive than the first option),
brushes, preferably several, with different thicknesses,
artistic contours: with them, painting with acrylic paints on glass will be most effective,
toothpicks and cotton swabs: they are very convenient for correcting the image,
a palette that can be replaced by a disposable plate.

For "advanced" artists the following may also be useful:

craquelure varnish: it is used to make cracks (by the way, such varnish is often used when creating vintage furniture, which is discussed in the article),
structural pastes: using them, they imitate various surfaces, such as leather and stone, and create decorative elements,
special paints for marking: they create streaks, just like on marble.

Painting with acrylic paints on glass begins directly with the preparation of this glass. And the surface can be very different: these are windows (New Year's drawings on the windows? Easy!), and mirrors, and decorative panels, and bottles, and a wide variety of dishes. By the way, glass furniture is also an excellent field for creativity!

Can you imagine how proud you will be when you walk past the glass facade in the living room, painted by yourself? And when you see how much decorative acrylic glass, similar to your facade, costs in luxury furniture, you will get to work with tripled enthusiasm and energy (by the way, if glass “theme” is your option, then read the article)! Let's return to preparing the glass. If the glass is without unnecessary elements, then you just need to degrease it with alcohol or regular nail polish remover. If you are going to immortalize a nice bottle, then first you need to remove all the labels. To make work easier, hold the bottle in hot water about fifteen to twenty minutes and, if necessary, remove any remaining glue with cleaning powder, a stiff brush or sandpaper. After drying, the bottle is ready for decoration. By the way, thanks to painting with acrylic paints on glass, you can make unique vases or gift bottles for any occasion.

After you have selected the image that will decorate your creation and prepared the glass, you can transfer this image. Those who have developed artistic skills apply it immediately. For others good advice. Just place the drawing under the glass and trace it! You can glue it with water, then it will be quite convenient. Depending on the effect you are trying to achieve, the work varies. If you want the effect of a stained glass window, then you must first apply the outline, and after that, when it dries (usually the drying time for the outline is one or two hours), paint the resulting coloring.

The most difficult thing here is to apply the contour evenly. Painting on glass with acrylic paints means that the outline is applied extremely carefully. The hand pressure should not be weak or strong: if you press lightly, the paint will not flow out, if you press too hard, it will flow out in excess.

But all unevenness can be corrected with a toothpick or a cotton swab. If the stained glass effect is not needed, then paint as you please: the main thing is that the process is enjoyable, then you will be satisfied with the result.

And finally, some tips and subtleties that can help when painting with acrylic paints on glass:

Do not forget that ; dry quite quickly, so do not take too much paint from a tube or jar;
if you overdid it and squeezed out too much paint, you can refresh it during work by spraying it with water;
It’s better if each color is applied in several layers: then the colored acrylic glass will be unusually bright and rich. Let each layer dry thoroughly.
It is not necessary to buy many shades of paint at once. For beautiful painting with acrylic paints on glass, the basic ones are enough: blue, red, yellow, green and white with black, and from them you can get an unlimited number of shades,
You can make the pattern textured with an ordinary foam sponge,
if you need to cover a large area with acrylic paints for glass (perhaps your imagination will run wild and you want to paint a glass door), then you can use acrylic paint in aerosol form: it is good for applying the background, but it is more expensive than usual,
After work, wash the brushes immediately if you do not plan to purchase new ones,
Regardless of the type of paint, the product should be varnished: it’s more durable;
and the most important advice: do not start work without desire!

Well, while working on the article, I discovered many interesting points that I did not know before. I hope they will be useful to me in the near future! In the meantime, I want to demonstrate how to easily transform a wine bottle into a cute vase using acrylic paints. I want to warn you right away: I don’t particularly know how to draw (or rather, I haven’t developed this skill much yet), so don’t expect anything original here. Decoupage is my strong point, because you don’t have to draw from scratch, but paint on it. But that's another story.

Taking the path of least resistance, I chose a glass wine bottle that already had raised flowers on it. Or rather, I chose wine for my birthday, in addition to taking a closer look at the successful packaging.

For the work I needed: a bottle, acrylic paints (I don’t have special stained glass paints yet, I only have “sticks”, but they wouldn’t quite fit here, so I made do with ordinary acrylic art paints), an outline for glass and ceramics, brushes, liquid for nail polish remover with cotton pads, toothpicks, cotton swabs, palette, glitter and water-based acrylic varnish. First I took some sandpaper in case the labels were difficult to come off, but I didn't need it.

I soaked my vessel in hot water, adding liquid cleaning agent to it for good measure.

Having forgotten about the bottle for an hour and a half, I easily cleared it of all the labels. Then I degreased it with nail polish remover.

I started working with the contour. As I described above, it is first useful to try to guide them along a piece of paper. I outlined some of my flowers. I only have a silver one in my arsenal, so you need to look closely to see it in the photo.

If my hand trembled somewhere, I corrected it with the help of cotton swabs and toothpicks. After waiting until the outline was dry, I started painting.

After mixing the paints, I painted the flowers in cheerful shades.

Now the most important thing: you need to go for a walk with the dog. Kidding. Basically, you wait for the paints to dry completely. At that time I went into the forest to walk the dog. When I returned, the simple drawings could already be varnished. During this, I also made some flowers with glitter: I sprinkled a little glitter, added a drop of varnish, and it turned out to be several transparent shiny flowers.

Actually, that's all! The vase for one flower is ready.

I admit, for me it will perform a slightly different role. In company with other bottles of interesting shapes, she will playfully train the breathing of the children who come to visit me. When we blow into one bottle we hear one sound, when we blow into another the sound changes, etc. Both interesting and useful!

I repeat, don’t judge me harshly: this time it was, rather, not an attempt at creativity, but an attempt to demonstrate to you how you can breathe life into any thing.

Steps

Part 1

Preparing for work

Gather the necessary materials. To paint on glass you will need a few more materials than just paints and brushes. You will also need to properly prepare the glass before painting so that the paint will adhere better. You should also keep in mind that some paints need to be baked in the oven after finishing work to fix them. Below is a list of what you will need to draw:

glass object for drawing;
cotton balls;
medical alcohol;
a drawing template printed on paper;
masking tape;
glass paints (stained glass);
brushes;
plate or palette;
oven (optional).

Select a glass object to paint. You can paint jars, cups or wine glasses. You can also try painting a glass panel. To make the panel, it will be easiest to remove the glass from the photo frame. When the work is finished, the glass can be inserted back into the frame and hung for everyone to see. Just remember to make sure that the glass of the photo frame is real, as some frames are equipped with plexiglass.
- When displaying a panel in a photo frame, you can either remove or leave the backing panel. If you decide to leave it, it would be better to cover it with a white sheet. Glass paints are usually transparent, so they look best on a white background.
Clean the glass with soapy water. Even if the glass surface appears clean, it still needs to be washed. The slightest traces of grease, dirt or dust can prevent paint from adhering securely to the glass surface.

Prepare your design and drawing template. The template will need to be printed on paper. If you are going to paint a cup or jar, then the paper should be cut so that it fits inside the object.
- The best templates are outline drawings, like those found in coloring books.
Place the template where the design is to be applied. If you subsequently plan to use the glass object for eating or drinking, the design should be located where it will not touch the mouth. Even if a paint says it's "non-toxic," that doesn't mean it's safe to eat.

Wipe the surface of the glass with rubbing alcohol. Dampen a cotton ball with alcohol and wipe the surface of the glass object completely with it. Any greasy fingerprints may prevent the paint from adhering well to the glass.
- Try not to touch the area of the glass where the design will be applied.

Part 2

Drawing on glass

Take the outline of the glass and squeeze a little paint out of it onto a piece of paper. This must be done, since usually the first extrusion of the contour looks like an untidy drop. To prevent this from happening on glass, it is better to squeeze the outline onto paper.
- Some contours on glass are “volumetric”.
- Most contours are available in black, however, contours are sometimes also available in other colors, such as silver or gold.
Trace the outline of the template design with a regular or volumetric outline on the glass. Keep the tip of the outline close to the glass and begin tracing the design. In this case, your movements should be long and continuous. If you work with short strokes, your lines will most likely turn out uneven and untidy. Also, try not to touch the tip of the outline to the glass itself, otherwise the outline will be squeezed out in too narrow a strip, and the paint will tend to stick to the tip of the outline.
- If you are left-handed, try to start tracing the drawing with right side. If you are right-handed, start tracing on the left. This will prevent you from accidentally smearing the fresh result of your work.
If necessary, correct the finished outlines of the drawing. Carefully inspect the result when you finish tracing the contours. If you notice any unsightly bumps or lumps of paint, wipe them off with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. If the paint has dried, you can scrape it off with a paper knife.

Leave the outline to dry for a day. The circuit must be completely dry before continuing work. In most cases this takes about 6-8 hours. However, it would be better to first read the instructions included with the contour, since its drying time may vary, depending on the specific manufacturer.

Squeeze some paint onto the glass onto a palette or plate. If the paint you are using comes in a pointed tube, you can use it to paint glass straight from the tube. You can also pre-squeeze the paint onto a palette or into a plate so you can work with it with a brush; this will give you more control over the drawing process.

Paint the area of glass within the contours of the design. Do not press the brush too hard, otherwise you may erase the existing contours. Simply stroke the brush over the areas of the glass that you want to paint. If the paint is too thin in any area, wait until it dries before applying a second coat. If you rush to apply the second layer, you may simply damage the first.

Be sure to rinse and dry your brush before moving on to a different paint color. When you need to change paint, dip your brush in water and rinse to remove paint. Gently squeeze the brush onto a paper towel. If there are traces of paint left on it, rinse the brush again. If the brush does not leave a mark, continue squeezing it until there is no excess water left on the bristles. If water gets into the paint, it can cause bubbles to form in the paint.

If necessary, correct the drawing again. Carefully inspect your work for any marks that need correction. It will be easier to correct the drawing while the paints are still wet than after that. To remove excess paint, use cotton swabs, brushes and toothpicks soaked in alcohol. This is usually required when you accidentally paint outside the contours of the drawing.
- If bubbles form in the paint, use a pin or needle to poke them. This must be done before the paint dries.

Part 3

Drying paint and subsequent use of the painted object

Read the instructions that come with your glass paints. Some paints require several days to dry before the painted item can be used, while others may take up to a month to dry. There are paints that require baking in an oven to set. Since directions for different paints vary greatly, you should be sure to read the instructions for the paints you use.

Stained glass designs are certainly capable of adding unique aesthetics to any glass surface. Surreal animals, geometric patterns, fairy-tale heroes and other equally fantastic ornaments will enliven your windows, doors, or even just glasses. And the most amazing thing is that painting on glass with stained glass paints is available to anyone who has enough desire for it.

In this article we will analyze the main points of this painstaking but completely feasible task.

Choosing the right paint

By and large, stained glass paints are divided into two directions: those that have H 2 O as their base, and those whose main component is an artificially produced solvent. When working indoors, it is certainly better to focus on environmentally friendly suspensions.

Of these, the best choice would be acrylic mixtures, which have many advantages:

Ease of use. You can apply stained glass on glass with your own hands using acrylic paints even without any special training.

Affordable price. There is no use of expensive raw materials in their production.
High strength and water resistance.
Ecological cleanliness and absence of unpleasant odors. During the hardening process, only water vapor is released, which allows you to work with such paints even indoors.
No need for dilution with solvent. If you need to increase the amount of solution, it will be enough to add water to it.

Advice: the mixture should be stirred only if in the future the pattern will not come into contact with H 2 O or will be covered with varnish on top.
Since the moisture-resistant qualities are significantly reduced.

Wide range of possible colors. Moreover, you can always achieve a rarer shade by combining existing colors.

If the structure of the structure that you plan to paint contains iron elements, then the following mixtures are suitable for covering them:

Electrically conductive paint Zinga perfectly protects against the occurrence and spread of corrosive processes.
Fire-retardant paints for metal Polistil reinforcing fire safety throughout the room.

Necessary tools and materials used

You should first prepare thoroughly, providing yourself with everything you need.

Coloring solutions

Stained glass paint for glass, using acrylates as a binder, is best suited, as we have already determined above.

And when purchasing it, you should consider the following nuances:

The jar must have a special symbol indicating that the solution is suitable for treating ceramic and glass surfaces.
The kits cost 10-15 percent less than single samples. Be economical and choose the combination that is best for you.

Availability of a heated warehouse in the store. Since the presence of water makes these mixtures very vulnerable to frost during storage, and improperly stored samples can simply be spoiled.
The expiration date must be appropriate. Old suspensions tend to dry out quickly during use.

Outlines

Glass has an incredibly smooth surface, as a result of which paint applied to it tends to bleed. To avoid this, contours are used, which can also be called “contour paste” or “outliner paint”. With their help, borders of drawings and various decorative effects are created.

Brushes

Stained glass paints are paints for glass that contain acrylic. Therefore, brushes with synthetic soft bristles are best suited for their use.

In the process you will need them in different proportions:

Round and thin - applies small strokes, details the drawing, emphasizes the final sketches.
Flat and medium – fills large areas, covers the work with a protective layer of varnish solution.

Tip: Do not leave brushes soaked in paint for a long time; wash them or immerse them in water.
Otherwise, they will quickly become unusable, and you will have to buy new tools.

It is also advisable to have a separate tool for each color used.

Varnish

You should immediately take into account that the paint used is quite resistant to exposure environment, and therefore varnishing is not a necessary process. But still, additional protection and giving never hurts. So it is advisable to finish the job by applying a coat of varnish

Additional materials

In addition to the most important tools and materials listed above, before painting with stained glass paints on glass, prepare:

A jar of water for washing brushes.

A rag for wiping tools, hands and removing fresh paint from places where it shouldn't be.
Mixing palette different colors. It could be a saucer plastic cover or any other similar container.

Stencil with a pattern. Useful for producing high-quality images without special artistic talents.

Painting works

Now let's directly look at how to paint with stained glass paints on glass.

Instructions:

Degrease the glass to be treated with an alcohol solution.
We create the ornament lines using the contour. We eliminate any defects immediately with a rag or after hardening with a sharp knife.

We wait half an hour completely dry outliner paint or dry it with a hairdryer to speed up the process.
Using brushes, fill in all the elements of the picture. In this case, you should monitor the amount of paint applied so that there is not too much or too little.

We let the image dry for forty-eight hours, and then we open it with varnish. Alternatively, if the dimensions of the processed structure allow, you can bake the product in the oven, which will also significantly increase the strength qualities of the design.

Conclusion

Stained glass paints allow you to transform ordinary glass products into beautiful, unique works of art. At the same time, even a person far from art can cope with the process itself, strictly following the recommendations given.

The video in this article will provide you with additional information.

Be careful and you will succeed!

Glass painting attracts attention, but for many this technique seems difficult. In fact, mastering this type of painting is easier than learning to paint with a brush.

Nowadays, you won’t surprise everyone with a hand-painted bottle or coffee can. And once upon a time, the art of painting began with huge, amazingly splendid stained glass windows in temple buildings, in Gothic cathedrals, Catholic churches. To a greater extent, it looked like it was made from individual colored glasses, and not like painting in the literal sense of the word. The modern glass painting technique is somewhat different from ancient technologies; it is quite possible to master it on your own and without significant expenses.

Development of stained glass painting techniques

Name your historical homeland stained glass painting difficult. Although, according to historians and archaeologists, this art originated in ancient times: they could decorate glass products with oil paints even under Alexander the Great. But since glass is a porous material, such drawings did not last long and lost their original appearance. Therefore, the originals have not reached us.

Oil paints glass was also painted in Rus' in the 16th and 17th centuries. In large strokes, in some places dense, in others with gaps, bright patterns and stylized plant ornaments were laid on pots and jars, as well as on glassware. And in Germany they used the technique of scraping paint from the surface of glass.

Much later, thanks to the efforts of artists and craftsmen, technologies were found that made it possible to carry out drawings by applying paints that preserved transparency and brightness. With the advent of aniline dyes, artists have much more opportunities. No wonder they were immediately appreciated by masters of folk arts and crafts.

Apparent simplicity and real difficulties

Glass painting, on the one hand, is simple and accessible enough to do at home. On the other hand, some skills are required. A steady hand and accuracy in work will help create a beautiful and unique drawing.

If you are ready to tinker with paints, contours, wait patiently for layers to dry before applying the next ones, if you like to turn ordinary household objects into works of art, glass painting will expand your capabilities as a creator. Working with glass instills accuracy and makes you feel like a Renaissance artist.

This technology can be recommended to mothers who are involved in the development of their children in order to develop skills on various surfaces. Under the strict guidance of elders, the child takes his first steps into the world of amazing art.

And starting from the age of 9-11, you can study on your own. For this purpose, there are many offers in art supply stores: sets of stained glass paints, individual tools. Just start and you'll love it.

Preparatory stage of glass work

The list of what you need for glass painting is not very long. The work will require special paints. They are sold labeled as stained glass or paints for glass and ceramic surfaces. Also stencils and special contours. It is with their help that the drawing and its boundaries are applied. You will need brushes of various sizes and shapes, rags to remove excess paint, sponges or swabs to fill large surfaces with an even layer.

Before work, the glass must be completely cleaned. This applies to labels if bottles or jars are used for painting. Then be sure to degrease the surface on which the design will be applied. This can be done easily and simply by washing with soapy water and rinsing with plenty of clean water. Allow to dry without wiping, otherwise lint from the towel may remain on the glass.

How to draw a picture

You can study the features of glass painting techniques for a long time, but it is better to try to create your first picture. It is important to choose the image size according to the dimensions of the future masterpiece.

Pre-print the drawing or draw it on plain paper.
Post a picture with reverse side glass, secured with tape.
On the outer surface, apply a drawing outline along the glass.
Let it dry.
Using special acrylic paints intended for glass, fill in the patterns using a brush. The process will take time, since it will be necessary to dry individual fragments in order to proceed to the next ones. You can apply the paint in several thin layers to achieve the desired effect.

It is important to allow time for drying, this way you will preserve your work for a long time. Also, for safety, the painting must be coated with transparent acrylic varnish.

Fix the finished glass with the pattern into the frame. When exposed to light, you will get a very beautiful image. The sun's rays, passing through the paint, will delight and amuse.

Painting bottles and cans is a little different in that the work has to be interrupted more often so that small areas have time to dry before turning and painting the other side of the product. But the principles are the same. Cleaning glass, contouring, filling with paint and varnishing.

Ideas for creativity

You can paint not only glass blanks that can be turned into a painting. These can be vases, plates, jars for spices and coffee, tea utensils. At the peak of popularity are original wedding glasses, decorated with exclusive patterns. It’s easy to turn an inexpensive candlestick and lampshade into a masterpiece, or make a stylish box from an ordinary jar.

Specialized stores sell blanks for painting in the form of dishes, souvenirs, accessories and watches. If desired, using this technique it is easy to make

All this can be given to friends, relatives and colleagues for anniversaries and holidays, adding to the plot memorable date or a hint of a reason for celebration.

Opportunities for organizing a business

Many masters, engaged in this fascinating type of creativity, receive, in addition to pleasure, additional income. If the drawing is original, neat, and has an uncluttered plot, then the demand for such a product will be increased.

Despite the fact that the materials for the work are expensive, like everything related to arts and crafts, the cost of the completed product allows you to make a decent markup. It’s good if the jar or bottle has a lid. Then this item can be used for its intended purpose, not only as an interior decoration. Such original items are accepted for sale in the product departments self made. Online stores offer additional opportunities; today they are available to everyone.

Trying to make something unique with your own hands is a pleasure that has every opportunity to develop into. But don’t rush to think about money, first enjoy the process and master the skill to perfection.

I asked myself this question when ordering glass painting. Of course, I painted with acrylic paints on bottles, glasses and various glassware, but did not particularly check the stability, since the dishes were of a decorative nature. And yet I was interested in the resistance of paints for painting on glass and ceramics to abrasion, their durability, strength, composition and hiding power.

The choice of paints for glass painting is very large; the Internet and regular stores offer a varied list of paints from different manufacturers.

But in order to get advice from the seller, you need to decide on your goals:

why do you need to use glass paints? for decoration, for professional painting, for a master class, for decorating with children);

Why is it important to know this? Stores provide both expensive and professional paints and small budget sets. You can purchase a set of 5-6 colors, 10-20 ml each. Or select colors individually in 20-80 ml bottles for a specific design.

what effect is needed ( transparency, glossy finish, matte finish);

There are stained glass paints - transparent, light passes through them, and opaque (opaque) paints, which can shine after drying or have a matte surface.

what object to paint ( dishes, windows, bottles, decorations).

There are paints that should not be applied to items that come into contact with food, and many paints are not resistant to detergents.

I used paints from several different manufacturers that did not require firing and I will say that all of them are not stable at all, they can be easily removed from the surface detergent and a rag, this applies to inexpensive paints on glass and ceramics, while more expensive ones are better to stick to, but they can be scraped off with a knife without much effort. For decorative purposes this is normal, but if you are going to decorate the dishes, you will still have to burn them in the oven to fix the paint. No amount of paint or varnish will change this situation, it’s been tested. Although I didn’t check all the paints, but the most available ones in our stores.

And one more feature that divides the paints into those that are used for cold application, which do not require firing in an oven or kiln, and for paints that necessarily needs to be secured high temperature.

And glass paints can be classified according to their properties: for paints water based and paints organic based(solvent based). Water-based brushes and the paints themselves can be easily washed off with water; organic-based paints can be washed off with white spirit or solvent.

Decola paints“Nevskaya Palitra” St. Petersburg, (5,6,9,12 colors, 20 ml each) water-based, completely not resistant to abrasion. Does not require firing.

Organic glass paint "Gamma" Moscow, more stable, but very liquid, dull colors. Does not require firing.

Acrylic paint Olki(Russia, St. Petersburg) for glass and ceramics, semi-matte, water-based. They are no different from ordinary acrylic paint. Does not require firing. But there are paints from the same company for stained glass. I haven’t checked the stability; I haven’t seen anything like it on sale here.

Stained glass paints "IDEA vetro" Maimeri company, Italy on an organic basis. Does not require firing. They are easy to wash and cannot be used for painting dishes for food purposes.

More professional acrylic paints Kreul Hobby Line water-based, Germany. Requires firing at 160*C – 90 minutes. Bright colors, durable. This company also has other kits, both water-based and solvent-based. The best choice for professionals and lovers of glass and ceramic painting.

Here, for example, is another set from Kreul Hobby Line.

I wish you creative achievements and the implementation of all your wildest ideas!

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