Pondering the meaning of tracing paper, Pulp artists?
We’re here to guide you through some light history and uses of the paper you can see through.
Let's start with a listicle to get the juices flowing. Call back time!
Sketching accurately with symmetry? Tracing paper.
Replicating perfect copies of amazing images? Tracing paper.
Transferring images from one place to another? Tracing paper.
Learning the finer techniques of drawing a painting? Tracing paper.
Strategy for layering and composing images? Tracing paper.
This is not just a practice in how many times we can say ‘tracing paper’ (even though that’s kinda fun). No, we want to ensure you understand the versatility, fun, and importance of this material!
Tracing paper is known for its translucency and has a history that stretches back to the 1300s, with early uses by Italian Renaissance artists. But how did they do it? They soaked it in drying oils, such as linseed oil, or resins, which filled the spaces between the fibres, reducing light scattering and increasing transparency. Phwaor!
Did you also know that tracing paper was used in the production of illuminated manuscripts?! That is, medieval handwritten books decorated with gold, silver, or bright colours, often featuring miniature illustrations and elaborate borders. Huzzah!
And what about the Architects and Engineers in da house?! We know you know! Long before CAD, tracing paper became essential for architects, design engineers, and other professionals for creating precise drawings that could be easily copied. The design is approved!
OK, OK. The benefits of tracing paper are clear and present. So, without further ado, the link to this almighty artist's tool is here:
A4 | NO. 2 Tracing Paper!
Texture: smooth.
Finish: tracing paper.
Colour: clear.
Size: 210x297mm
Each sheet is sold individually.
Printer: YES! laser / wax.
A4 Paper | No.150 Tracing Paper | Aqua!
Description: aqua tracing paper.
Paper Weight: 80gsm.
Colour: aqua.
Size: 210x297mm each sheet sold individually.
Printer: NO. Sadly. Decorative use only.
Full Disclosure
Cue: Summary of why tracing paper is awesome.
Tracing paper is a super versatile tool for artists and designers because of its transparency (duh!), as it allows for easy image transfer and overlaying. The smooth surface accepts various types of media, and ya know what? We’ll tell you what!
It facilitates the refinement of sketches, exploration of design ideas, and is particularly useful for transferring designs or patterns for various crafts like dressmaking. And crafting. And designing. And life drawing. And painting. And even more than we can think of here and now! Xx