Ecoline techniques: Create a shimmer effect - Royal Talens
Ecoline techniques: Create a shimmer effect - Royal Talens

What do you need?

To give your Ecoline artwork a shimmer touch, you will need the following:

  • Your favorite liquid Ecoline colours
  • Ecoline gold 801
  • A mixing palette
  • Watercolour paper (for example, Ecoline's, with a smooth texture)
  • A watercolour brush
  • A bit of water to rinse your brush

Tips

  • Don't add too much gold Ecoline at once, as the colour can become too intense and the shimmer too strong. This may disrupt the effect of your work.
  • Secure your paper with tape or masking tape on the edges. This helps prevent the paper from buckling, which can occur due to the use of water.

The magic of Ecoline and gold

Mixing Ecoline with gold Ecoline opens up a world of creative possibilities. By experimenting with techniques and ratios, you can create unique, sparkling artworks.

Ecoline is known for its liquid consistency and beautiful colours, making it an ideal base for combining with glitter effects. The gold colour blends well with Ecoline, creating a dazzling result. The secret lies in the right ratio and technique to achieve a fantastic effect.

Step 1

Choose your base Ecoline colour

Start with a base Ecoline colour that you like. This can be anything, from a fresh blue to a soft pink hue. Add a few drops to a mixing palette. The handy dropper in the jar allows you to dose the Ecoline well.

Step 2

Add the gold Ecoline colour

Gently shake your gold Ecoline by slowly turning it over. Otherwise, bubbles may form. Use a dropper to first add one drop of gold. Even a small drop can transform your base colour into a cool shimmer colour. If you feel the shimmer isn't enough, you can always add more.

Step 3

Mix well

Use a brush to mix the gold Ecoline and the base colour well until you have an even shimmer. Note: Keep mixing until you no longer see any gold colour.

Step 4

Test and adjust

Try a bit of your new colour on paper. If you’re satisfied with the colour and shimmer, you can start working on your project. If not, add a little more gold Ecoline at a time until you reach the desired intensity.

Step 5

Let it dry

Only once your artwork is completely dry will you be able to see the shimmer effect clearly! Play with the light and see what happens.