Drawing monochrome photographs on a surface of glass, mirrors, ceramics.
Creating a mask on glass. Photolithography.
Any image can be transferred to a glass surface. In the most affordable methods at home, two methods, will be described here. More precisely, the image matting method is one. This has two different methods of applying a protective mask (a type of stencil) Printing a protective mask with a printer toner (LUT method, will be described below) and printing a protective mask using photoresist. For the second method, (the most time-consuming and expensive, but also of higher quality) a special polymer is used, called PHOTORESIST. This is available in two different versions: aerosol and film.
Aerosol photoresist.
Liquid photoresist is available in aerosol cans of 100 and 200 ml. It is intended for the making of raster masks – protective mask of photoresist on the surface of glass, metals, marble, and granite by light photo positioning.(the protective mask of photoresist is like a stencil from film, but at first the photoresist was liquid and after being dried became a film).
Liquid photoresist is available in aerosol cans of 100 and 200 ml. It is intended for the making of raster masks – protective mask of photoresist on the surface of glass, metals, marble, and granite by light photo positioning.(the protective mask of photoresist is like a stencil from film, but at first the photoresist was liquid and after being dried became a film).
Work with an aerosol photoresist is performed in this sequence.
1. The surface is washed with a non-greasy solvent or pure alcohol, then the photoresist is sprayed from a distance of 15-20 cm. Spraying in dimension is easy to control due to the dark violet color of the photoresist; areas without coating are immediately visible. When these appear, selective coverage of the missed areas are made. Spraying, like drying, must be done in low electric light.
2. After spraying, the glass is left to dry at room temperature in a dark place during the day.
3. Preparation of film for exposure. The required image is printed in black and white on an inkjet or laser printer with a resolution of at least 300 dpi on a special transparent film (sold at stationery stores or enterprises that sell office supplies). You can also use films for photo output, and these can be ordered at the print shop.
4. The process of highlighting and obtaining a protective photoresist mask.
Take glass with sprayed photoresist after drying. The transparent film with the image is placed on the surface with a photoresist and pressed on top with transparent glass (organic or quartz, so that the transmission of UV rays is maximum). Next, at a distance of 15 cm above the glass surface, a 26 W ultraviolet lamp is placed and turned on to illuminate (activate) the photoresistor for several minutes. The exposure time is selected experimentally and depends on many factors.
1. The surface is washed with a non-greasy solvent or pure alcohol, then the photoresist is sprayed from a distance of 15-20 cm. Spraying in dimension is easy to control due to the dark violet color of the photoresist; areas without coating are immediately visible. When these appear, selective coverage of the missed areas are made. Spraying, like drying, must be done in low electric light.
2. After spraying, the glass is left to dry at room temperature in a dark place during the day.
3. Preparation of film for exposure. The required image is printed in black and white on an inkjet or laser printer with a resolution of at least 300 dpi on a special transparent film (sold at stationery stores or enterprises that sell office supplies). You can also use films for photo output, and these can be ordered at the print shop.
4. The process of highlighting and obtaining a protective photoresist mask.
Take glass with sprayed photoresist after drying. The transparent film with the image is placed on the surface with a photoresist and pressed on top with transparent glass (organic or quartz, so that the transmission of UV rays is maximum). Next, at a distance of 15 cm above the glass surface, a 26 W ultraviolet lamp is placed and turned on to illuminate (activate) the photoresistor for several minutes. The exposure time is selected experimentally and depends on many factors.
5. After exposure, the pressure glass is removed. The film through which the photoresist is illuminated is removed and the glass with the photoresist is placed in a solution of caustic soda (7 g per 1 liter of water) for the image to appear. The image is manifested by dipping the glass surface in a bath with solution, or a foam sponge moistened in this solution. The manifestation lasts 1-4 minutes. At the same time, the transparent regions on the film dissolve, while the black ones, on the contrary, harden and fix. The result is a raster mask on the surface.
6. After developing, it is dried for 30 minutes at room temperature, while the light intensity does not matter anymore.
7. After drying, the glass is treated with IVSATIN Matting Liquid. After the matting process, the surface is washed with soapy water.
8. The remains of the photoresist mask are removed in a more concentrated solution of caustic soda (30-40 g per 1 liter of water). Then rinse with a glass cleaner, and the bitmap is ready.
6. After developing, it is dried for 30 minutes at room temperature, while the light intensity does not matter anymore.
7. After drying, the glass is treated with IVSATIN Matting Liquid. After the matting process, the surface is washed with soapy water.
8. The remains of the photoresist mask are removed in a more concentrated solution of caustic soda (30-40 g per 1 liter of water). Then rinse with a glass cleaner, and the bitmap is ready.
Film photoresist.
We did not begin to describe work with a film photoresist. We decided it’ d be better shown in the video tutorial.
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Creation of half tones by chemical frosting of glass.
This page shows within stages the process of creating a matte pattern on transparent polished glass of the M1 brand with varying degrees of white saturation - a bright white pattern on a more transparent matte background.
This technique is very convenient in that case of where it is necessary to completely deprive the glass of transparency, but at the same time where some kind of pattern is put on it.
Processing is performed in the following order.
This technique is very convenient in that case of where it is necessary to completely deprive the glass of transparency, but at the same time where some kind of pattern is put on it.
Processing is performed in the following order.
- First, as usual, stick the stencil on oil-free glass.
- We cover all exposed areas of glass with a self-adhesive film.
- Apply IVSATIN paste for 8-10 minutes to get a bright image.
- After washing, we get a clear matte pattern.
- After that, we start matting the background. At this stage, we strictly monitor the time. The paste should be on the glass for exactly 1.5 minutes (provided that the paste is fresh enough).
- After a minute and a half, we wash the glass, remove the stencil, and admire the result.
We use the method of stepwise matting of glass. As well as using the method of adding or hiding areas of glass that need to be processed at different time intervals of the matting process. You can get the most unexpected images that are inferior to sandblasting in only one way - this is the lack of a relief pattern.
And for volumetric glass objects, it will be necessary to combine the matting of the bright pattern with the paste and the subsequent matting of the background in the IVSATIN solution.
Matting with paste and liquid at the same time.
This page shows how to combine IVSATIN paste and glass decorating fluid.
For example, take the usual cheap shot glass.
Stick a stencil on it.
Then we matte the silhouette of the swan with paste.
After 15 minutes, wash the stack with soap and water. We get a matte pattern.
In principle, the product can be considered finished. We made a shot glass with a frosted pattern. At this stage, if desired, you can paint the resulting matte pattern while the stencil is still on the glass (this is described in the article about painting the surface of frosted glass). But we will not paint over the silhouette of the swan, on the contrary, we will cover the entire remaining clean background with IVSATIN liquid. From the inside we will now start matting the shot glass by pouring IVSATIN liquid unto the top of the brim. We are matting with the liquid from the inside, because we know the property of frosted glass - it becomes transparent when wet.
If a dry shot glass looks almost completely uniformly matte, then with the liquid poured, the inner (frosted) surface becomes translucent, and the shotglass looks like it already has a pattern.
For example, take the usual cheap shot glass.
Stick a stencil on it.
Then we matte the silhouette of the swan with paste.
After 15 minutes, wash the stack with soap and water. We get a matte pattern.
In principle, the product can be considered finished. We made a shot glass with a frosted pattern. At this stage, if desired, you can paint the resulting matte pattern while the stencil is still on the glass (this is described in the article about painting the surface of frosted glass). But we will not paint over the silhouette of the swan, on the contrary, we will cover the entire remaining clean background with IVSATIN liquid. From the inside we will now start matting the shot glass by pouring IVSATIN liquid unto the top of the brim. We are matting with the liquid from the inside, because we know the property of frosted glass - it becomes transparent when wet.
If a dry shot glass looks almost completely uniformly matte, then with the liquid poured, the inner (frosted) surface becomes translucent, and the shotglass looks like it already has a pattern.
We decorate the mirror with chemical matting using IVSATIN paste.
This workshop contains a step-by-step description of the method in decorating a mirror with chemical matting by using IVSATIN paste. We will show you how to decorate a mirror with a unique pattern or ornament using your own hands at home.
First prepare the mirror sheet itself. Cut the desired shape and dull the sharp edge of the mirror with a thin sandpaper. (Make sure the sandpaper is soaked in water as not to spoil the edges of the mirror.) Drill holes for the shelf and lamp, if any, for mounting on the mirror. Then we prepare a stencil on a self-adhesive basis for transfer; to a mirror. Remove any unnecessary image elements that will be etched and attach the mounting film to the stencil. This is done so we can transfer the stencil to the mirror. Next, carefully transfer both parts of the stencil to the mirror. To do this, first place the stencil in the right place; temporarily securing one side with tape. On the other side, bend or trim part of the base (substrate) of the self-adhesive stencil.
Centimeter by centimeter, smooth the stencil film and remove the substrate; glue the stencil to the end.
After applying the stencil, smooth the film with a roller, remove air from under it, and remove the mounting film.
After applying the stencil, smooth the film with a roller, remove air from under it, and remove the mounting film.
Press the stencil with a roller against the glass, removing all the air that has fallen under it.
If an air bubble forms, pierce it with a needle.
Do the same with the second part of the stencil. Remove the mounting film from the second half of the stencil.
If an air bubble forms, pierce it with a needle.
Do the same with the second part of the stencil. Remove the mounting film from the second half of the stencil.
We leave the mirror alone for at least 15 hours so that the adhesive layer dries and the adhesion of the film is enhanced.
At the next stage, it is necessary to close those parts of the mirror that are not intended for matting; with vinyl adhesive film or waterproof paper.
Now that the mirror is ready, apply IVSATIN Matting Paste to the stencil film (not the open glass) but next to the image.
Try not to drip on exposed areas of the mirror, otherwise the traces will remain in the form of white, brighter spots.
At the next stage, it is necessary to close those parts of the mirror that are not intended for matting; with vinyl adhesive film or waterproof paper.
Now that the mirror is ready, apply IVSATIN Matting Paste to the stencil film (not the open glass) but next to the image.
Try not to drip on exposed areas of the mirror, otherwise the traces will remain in the form of white, brighter spots.
Then very quickly, using a spatula, evenly spread the paste throughout the image.
Do the same operation immediately with the other side of the mirror. Similarly, with quick strokes, apply the paste on the entire surface of the stencil with a layer of at least 3 mm.
Do the same operation immediately with the other side of the mirror. Similarly, with quick strokes, apply the paste on the entire surface of the stencil with a layer of at least 3 mm.
After 15 minutes, collect the paste back into the container for reuse. Wash the mirror with running water and soap and remove the stencil.
The matte pattern on the mirror is ready!
Then we attach the accessories to the mirror. We install a shelf, fixtures and enjoy the result!
The matte pattern on the mirror is ready!
Then we attach the accessories to the mirror. We install a shelf, fixtures and enjoy the result!
And here is another mirror.
Remove unnecessary stencil elements.
The blade is photographed for comparison to show the capabilities of the plotter and chemical matting.
The thinnest line is 0.4 mm! Transfer the stencil to the mirror.
The blade is photographed for comparison to show the capabilities of the plotter and chemical matting.
The thinnest line is 0.4 mm! Transfer the stencil to the mirror.
Remove the mounting film.
Apply IVSATIN glass matting paste.
After a few minutes, collect the paste in a jar and wash the mirror with soap.
We have gotten such a great result!
Unfortunately, photographing a mirror is extremely difficult, so it is impossible to convey the beauty of a matte picture.
Apply IVSATIN glass matting paste.
After a few minutes, collect the paste in a jar and wash the mirror with soap.
We have gotten such a great result!
Unfortunately, photographing a mirror is extremely difficult, so it is impossible to convey the beauty of a matte picture.
