In this beginner class, you will learn simple techniques for using ink and tea to stain or tone paper for backgrounds. You will learn how to create value with ink and four different techniques you can use to give your backgrounds an extra something. You will also learn how to combine tea and ink to create the perfect background for your art. After making your background, I will discuss picking the subject for your drawing and show you my drawing process. I then show you several ways you can finish your drawing and add even more of your style to the art.

Course Layout:

Section one - I introduce myself and talk briefly about what the class is about. I will also discuss the various materials you will need.

Section two - You will learn about creating value with ink and practice creating value with two simple activities.

Section three - You will learn four different techniques to create a background using tea and ink. Technique one is a simple ink wash. Technique two is how to use wet ink on water. Technique three is how to drip ink onto a wet paper. Technique four is how to use salt to create fun textures.

Section four - You will learn how to make tea for creating your background.

Section five - You will create your final art work.

Section six - I will wrap up the class and share with you some of my art I have created using ink and tea stained backgrounds.

Supplies:

10 Tea bags - red or black

Black India Ink

Sumi Brush

Colored Pencils

Ink Pen

Calligraphy Pen

Salt

9"x12" Mixed-Media Drawing Pad