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You must have seen a lot of reels, videos and photographs of resin art in the social media world. Over the period of time, It has become a favourite of the art community and consumers due to its durability, versatility, supreme finish and tangibility. Have you ever wondered where it came from, how to make it, what products are used in it, is it for everyone, where shall I start with and so on?
If yes, then when else can be the best time of the year rather than monsoon to wash-away your contemplations and start implementing your hidden art desires. Here is everything you need to know about the luxurious looking Resin art.
History of a Resin or Gum?
Resin art has been trending for a few years now, but the art has its divine roots in history for centuries. In Greece, the home country of resin, countrymen used to have resin as a primitive form of chewing gum for fresh breath.
Natural form of resin is outsourced from the marrow produced by conifer trees. Ever witnessed a tree bleeding yellowish sticky liquid from its bark? That is known as the oxidized version of natural resin. Nature’s resin, also known as Amber, has been used for hundreds of years as decorative ornaments or pieces of jewelry.
Now, being a human race we have always been experts in manufacturing our own products. That’s how the modern version of resin took birth in the 1930s and was named Epoxy resin. It consists of a two-part system of synthetic polymer resin and a hardener. This helps to adhere the items together and preserve objects but later made its way in the world of art.
Is Resin Art Materialistic? Duuh!
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Despite having visually mesmerising properties, resin art is an expensive affair. Even to make basic things you must have little equipment and they can cost you from one thousand to five thousand. Overall, one requires these items in their resin art kit.
Resin: There are various resin types found in the market but Epoxy is the most glossy and clear resin to coat the art work. Artists used it to laminate their artwork. You can also choose casting resin if you are embedding objects in it.
Silicon Molds: They are a flexible rubber structure that comes in various shapes. From basic shapes such as circle, square, rectangle, oval to floral designs, letters, numbers, animal and customised molds are available in the market.
Craft Materials: To make your art piece more attractive and personalised, craft items like — beads, stickers, glitters, photographs, banners, plastic flowers, shells, paints, alcohol inks, anything that resonates with your theme can be used.
Natural Items: If you are a child of nature who likes to give birth to an art with natural resources, then you will fall in love with the resin art. Collecting flowers, leaves, buds, feathers, wings of the insects, pebbles, different types of soils and preserving them for lifetime through an art form is the best free therapy you can have at home.
Heat Gun: To remove air bubbles from the resin surface and create unique effects like cells or lacing.
Mixing Containers: What is creativity if not mixing?
Hardener: A chemical component mixed with resin to catalyze the curing process.
Measuring Tools: To measure the amount of different things one uses for the resin art piece.
Dyes and Colours: What is an art without a little drop of colour? If you want to make a resin scenery; colours are your best friend.
Resin Sealant: It is used the same as varnishing your paintings.
Protective Gear: When you heat the Epoxy or polyester resin, very harmful toxic substances are released. These fumes can irritate the respiratory system and may cause nausea, headaches, or dizziness. Hence, it is important to use epoxy resin in a well-ventilated area and avoid overheating
All you need is a ventilated space to use these tools.
Popular Resin Art Items Which are Trending!
Are you an amateur or just want to try it for once? No worries. There are so many simple resin art that can be made without any experience.
Bookmarks
Pendants
Ear-rings
Keychains
Fridge magnets
Coasters
Alphabet structures
For all of the above activities, you need small molds, less resin, basic pouring skills and decorative items like — beads, young or dried flowers, leaves, soil, sparkle flakes, cowry shells, colourful threads and more things you feel are artistic in nature or easily available at home.
If you are looking for a professional experience, then along with above art pieces you can also create:
Paperweights
Decorative Bowls
Planters
Soap Dishes
Photo Frames
Candle holders
Wall art
Jewelry box
Wall-clock
Nameplate
Here, you will require bigger molds, paints, advanced skills and proper craft materials. It is also advisable to not let your kids do it alone.
Why is the Monsoon the Best Time to do the Raisin Art?
Imagine, today you witnessed a heavy pour in your area. You are sitting by the window sipping your tea or coffee and intaking the earthy fragrance after a long time. The trees start to look more green, the flowers more radiating, fruits are rinsed off, and the soil is looking shinier than usual. Your soul is giggling with peace. Suddenly, you want to preserve this heavenly experience at one place to which you can reach whenever your heart craves.
Resin art can be a most effective medium to preserve these feelings. Not that you won’t get the natural things in other seasons but monsoon brings the vibrant side of them. Who wouldn't like to have a candle holder with bright purple flowers, greener leaves and brown flakes from the ground. Lighting the candle on it would be equal to having dinner with nature itself.
Krafty’s Crafty Request Says—
To start resin art can be expensive but the process heals you completely. The joy of having the end product in your hand is nothing less than a luxury in your fist. Wearing your creations, decorating home with hand-poured items and gifting handmade objects to your loved ones can be magical.
Resin is a precautious art form but it has boundless possibilities. This monsoon, We at Krafty, want you to experience the realm of raisin art with all your heart. So, who is stopping you from diving in one?
What a beautiful medium!🌼