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Offline Knoll

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Painting graphics on bow back
« on: October 09, 2014, 10:41:11 am »
Am nearing completion of a bow.  I'd like to paint Native American graphic design on the back, similar to .....

Limbs are backed with linen.
I'm a inept artist.  So need help w/ tips/tools/technique of how to reliably make this happen.
Looking forward to your inputs.
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Offline Pat B

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Re: Painting graphics on bow back
« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2014, 10:44:00 am »
You can use acrylic craft paint. I'd say draw out the design lightly on the back and add the color.
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Offline tattoo dave

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Re: Painting graphics on bow back
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2014, 10:03:33 pm »
I like painting linen backings. If you used titebond to glue the linen down, you can sand the linen unit it's smooth, then paint on that like Pat said. You could make stencils from using contact paper for a simple design, but still kind of tedious. I've had the best results just doing it by hand, small brushes, and lots of patience. ;)

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Offline Knoll

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Re: Painting graphics on bow back
« Reply #3 on: October 11, 2014, 02:11:48 am »
Thanks, guys.  Decided to go with more simple "arrow" graphic for 1st time.  Printed arrow from somewhere on net.  Then made paper stencil and applied scotch tape around edges to stiffen stencil up.  Will soon see how it works .......
Thanks, again!
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