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PAPER MARBLING

PAPER MARBLING. History and Materials. Japan. Marbling became popular in Japan in the 12 th century It was known as Suminagashi which means “ink-floating”. Suminagashi – “ink-floating”. Turkey.

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PAPER MARBLING

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  1. PAPER MARBLING History and Materials

  2. Japan • Marbling became popular in Japan in the 12th century • It was known as Suminagashi which means “ink-floating”

  3. Suminagashi – “ink-floating”

  4. Turkey • Turkish people made it popular in the 15th century and called it Ebru which means “two-toned marbling”

  5. Europe • Grew popular in the 17th century as end paper in books • The secret processes were out in 19th century England with “how-to” books • Now mostly made in high quantities in Venice Italy

  6. 17th century end paper in books

  7. Paper Marbling Materials Paper–white or coloredto marble Alum-starch in water for sealing papers allowing paint to bond with the fibers of the paper Carrageenan–a type of gelatinmade from seaweed. It thickens water so paint mixture lies on top Newspaper strips – for clearing excess muddy paint in tray

  8. Large tray – filled with carrageenan and water Pin and brush tools – to swirl and sprinkle paint in decorative patterns (can use whisks, knitting needles, combs…) Acrylic paint - 50/50 mix with water Paint brushes - for painting on alum

  9. whisks Handmade comb

  10. Using a whisk to create a stone pattern

  11. Lifting the design Using sticks and knitting needles

  12. Using a comb made from wood and nails

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