In this article I show how to do several techniques for both black & white and color image transfers including packing tape transfers, using heat to make transfers and how to work with acrylic mediums to create image transfer skins for mixed media and art journal applications.
“Lotus Pose” is a painting with image transfer skins applied using heat by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
Some of the things you will learn include:
resources for finding images - black & white and color
2 types of transfer images - inkjet and toner copies
quick toner-image packing tape transfers
when to use face-up vs mirror images
using pencils to color an image before transfer
best acrylic mediums to use for image transfers
how to use the direct heat application method for transfer
how to do a sandwich transfer
how to wet and remove paper from image transfers
creating transfer skins with acrylic mediums
coloring transfer skins with acrylic paints and inks
and more…
Images transferred onto acrylic skins by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
Image Transfers Workshop Video Replay
Below is the full video workshop of my live painting session. The mediums and accessories used in the video are listed afterwards in this article. Enjoy! 🎨
Here are the video timeline sections if you want to jump to a particular part of the live session:
00:00 - Intro To Image Transfers
Feel free to ask me any follow-up questions in the comments below. Thanks for watching! 😍
Royalty-Free Images
Here are my favorite 2 royalty-free image websites for obtaining collage photos :
https://pixabay.com/
https://unsplash.com/
“Croakin’ 8” collage artwork including a toadstool clear acrylic image transfer skin painted with orange acrylic paint on the back by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
Supplies List for Mixed Media Image Transfer Painting
Here are links to the books and supplies list for the acrylic mediums and accessories shown during the video. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases for links below that lead to Amazon.
Book - Image Transfer Workshop by Darlene Olivia McElroy & Sandra Duran Wilson 2009 (softcover) - https://amzn.to/4kKK4yk
Book - Botanical Art Image Archive with Downloads by Editions Vault 2023 - https://amzn.to/3ZBf3EX
Book - Art Forms in Nature from Ernst Haeckel with Downloads by Editions Vault 2020 - https://amzn.to/3ZBwCEO
Book - Traditional Turkish Designs by Dover with CD 2004 - https://amzn.to/3FB5EGE
Book - Women Pictorial Archive from Nineteenth-Century Sources by Jim Harter Dover Copyright-free Illustrations for Artists and Designers 1982 (softcover) - https://amzn.to/4koeSFu
Book - Treasury of Chinese Design Motifs by Joseph D'Addetta Dover 1981 (softcover) - https://amzn.to/3FEJWBy
Book - Collage: A New Approach (without liquid adhesives - heat method) by Jonathan Talbot 2001 - https://amzn.to/4mJdQoT
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Golden Gloss Medium (replaces Polymer Medium) 8oz Jar - https://amzn.to/3Flo91T
Pebeo Acrylic Gel Medium Gloss 250ml Tube - https://amzn.to/454Fnef
Pebeo Acrylic Gel Medium Matte 250ml Tube - https://amzn.to/43MH51F
Liquitex Matte Gel Acrylic Medium 8oz Jar - https://amzn.to/43wXMOi
Liquitex Gloss Gel Acrylic Medium 8oz Jar - https://amzn.to/3SX4mbW
Liquitex Professional Acrylic Inks Transparent 30ml Bottles Set of 3 - https://amzn.to/4kMjhBT
Derwent Chromaflow Colored Pencil Set of 24 in a Tin - https://amzn.to/4jwKIyq
Scotch Packing Tape Clear 2in Wide x 800in Set of 2 - https://amzn.to/3FsjbjT
Mod Podge Transfer Heat Tool with Temperature Regulator and Stand - https://amzn.to/4kn09L5
Hangar 9 Textile Sealing Iron Temperature Adjustment - https://amzn.to/455fQBD
Canson XL Cold Pressed White Watercolor Paper 9x12in 140lb 30 Sheets - https://amzn.to/3Z9vl7T
Fabriano Studio Hot Pressed (Smooth) White Watercolor Paper 9x12in 140lb 12 Sheets - https://amzn.to/3ZJdKDX
Frederix White Canvas Pad 9x12in 10 Sheets - https://amzn.to/45yc18g
Arteza White Canvas Panels 8x10in Set of 14 - https://amzn.to/453QBzK
Strathmore Palette Paper Pad 9x12in 40 Sheets - https://amzn.to/43Dlmcm
Royal & Langnickel Crafter's Choice White Taklon Variety Brush Set of 7 - https://amzn.to/4kmwfX2
Meeden Diamond Head No3 Stainless Steel Palette Knife - https://amzn.to/4kKL7hS
Stainless Steel Needle Tool Set of 2 - https://amzn.to/43Dlys6
Stainless Steel 1/8in Thick Plate for Crafts Various Sizes Available - https://amzn.to/3Syk3Xc
Waffle Dish Cloths 100% Cotton Set of 4 Various Colors - https://amzn.to/3ZbKaXC
Parchment Paper 90sq ft Roll - https://amzn.to/4mIH6we
Wood Brush Rest Stand Set of 2 Holds 4 Brushes Each - https://amzn.to/3OrurOi
Recommended Cloth-Like Viva Paper Towels 3 Double Rolls - https://amzn.to/3EPZhOW
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If you would like to see other paints, mediums and art supplies that I recommend, click below to go to the Supply Links page on my website:
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A portion of the collage artwork “Fully Realized” with a black swirl packing tape transfer image applied by artist Tristina Dietz Elmes.
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