Making a copy of art can be achieved through various methods, depending on the medium and desired outcome. One specific technique, often used for duplicating drawings or patterns, involves using carbon paper.
Copying Art Using Carbon Paper
This method is particularly useful for transferring an original drawing or design onto another surface, such as a different sheet of paper or canvas, creating a duplicate outline that can then be worked over.
Materials Needed
- Original drawing
- Carbon paper
- Blank sheet of paper (or other desired surface)
- Pencil or fine pen
Step-by-Step Process
The process for making a copy using carbon paper is straightforward:
- Prepare the Layers: Place a sheet of carbon paper between your original drawing and a blank sheet of paper. Ensure the carbon side of the paper is facing down towards the blank sheet. The original drawing should be on top.
- Trace the Original: Trace over the original drawing with a pencil or fine pen. It is crucial to apply enough pressure to transfer the ink from the carbon paper to the blank sheet below. Be thorough and trace every line you wish to duplicate.
- Repeat for Multiple Copies: Repeat the process for each copy you need. You will likely need to replace the carbon paper as its ability to transfer diminishes with use.
This method creates a direct, transferred outline of your original artwork on the new surface, ready for painting, inking, or further drawing.
