Claybord Black is a clay coated hardboard panel for scratchboard that is coated with India ink. Comparable to traditional paper scratchboard, it’s more durable and easier to scratch into for cleaner and crisper details and lines. The surface is made of a special clay coating that allows for precise detail and fine lines in drawing, painting, and other artistic techniques. The black background provides a striking contrast for white or colored mediums, making artwork stand out. Artists often use Claybord Black for techniques such as scratchboard, scratch art, and ink drawing. For added dimension, colored inks can be added to the white areas and then scratched again for additional highlights and volume.
Ingredients edit
The exact ingredients, which are used in making Claybord, like many proprietary art materials, depend of the manufacturer. However, based on general knowledge of similar art surfaces and materials, Claybord likely include the following ingredients:
- Support Material: This is typically a rigid panel made from materials such as wood, Masonite (a type of hardboard), or similar substrates.
- Clay Coating: Claybord gets its name from a layer of white kaolin clay that is applied to the support material. Kaolin clay is a type of clay mineral that is often used in ceramics and art materials for its smooth texture and absorbency.
- Ground: The clay coating is typically treated with an absorbent ground that allows for the application of various artistic mediums such as ink, paint, and pastels. The specific formulation of this ground may vary depending on the desired characteristics of the final product.
- Protective Sealant (Optional): Some Claybord panels may be coated with a protective sealant to enhance durability and quality. This sealant can help protect the artwork from damage caused by moisture, UV light, and other environmental factors.
External links edit
- Manufacture - Ampersand Art Supply
- Inventor - Charles Ewing
- The New Scratchbord by Charles Ewing, ISBN 0-8230-4658-3
- How to Create Art without Knowing How to Draw a Straight Line by Arlene Wright-Correll - ISBN 978-0-615-15184-7
- The Scratchbord Art Series of Arlene Wright-Correll