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Black Paper Painting with School Paints

FREE IDEAS FOR EASY CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES WITH FAS PAINTS, INKS AND DYES

Try painting on black paper instead of a stark white blank page.  


It adds a dramatic mood to your painting even before you begin painting any colours on the page.  The black undertone seems to enhance the intensity of the colours.


It really does change the lighter colours. Look at the greens of the grass.


You can do the same if you paint on a canvas by painting the background black. These days, there are plenty of brands that have a Black Gesso (primer, sealer and undercoat) available in black



Try painting your artwork on black paper

Using paint with vibrant and true colours, such as FAS Super Tempera, is beneficial. Starting with high-quality fine art supplies is always a good idea.


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