Resin art is having a moment, which is absolutely no surprise given how divine it is. While it may look daunting, resin is a material that artists of all skill levels can work with, and there are many educational resources online to help you begin your resin art journey. So how does resin art work? Well, when epoxy resin is mixed with a hardener, a chemical reaction takes place that causes the resin to gradually harden to a solid plastic. Also used in boat building and industry, resin is a versatile material that can be manipulated to create stunning art.
With its wonderful shapes and colours, nature is a great inspiration for resin art ideas. Why not colour your resin in hues of blue and create an ocean-inspired resin painting? When picking a resin painting surface, non-porous is best. Wood, glass, metal and concrete are good options, but whatever surface is selected must be able to support the weight of the resin. Resin can also be poured into moulds to create a variety of homewares, trinkets, jewellery and much more. Additives like acrylic paint, metallic leaf, pearl pigment and glitter can be mixed with resin before it hardens to create wonderful resin artwork.
Find metallic leaf from Artist First Choice and pearl powdered pigments from The Paper Mill at Riot Art & Craft to create beautiful resin art at home. With the right resin art supplies, you’ll be creating beautiful resin artwork in no time.
