The Outline: So after working on our line up, fill and background, we come to the final part, the outline. It's the outline that defines the letters and brings the whole piece together, so it's pretty important to get right!
There are many ways of doing the out line, from fine lines with can control, to cutting back or just using a one stroke outline with a slightly fatter nozzle on the can. Each technique has it's own merit and skill involved (which goes beyond this post). Essentially, you want to pick a colour that will give good contrast and bring the whole piece together. The outline goes around the letters & the 3D.
After the outline, you can put a key-line around it (blue) and add some highlights & sparkles to give it some bounce (white shiners). Once that's done, you can add any other messages or shout outs and your finished!
Sign it off & don't forget to take a photo.
This process of creating a quality piece of Aerosol Art is what HYPED Edutainment does to help young people at Schools, Community Groups and with Councils all over Australia. If you think you might gain some extra knowledge or skill by participating in one of our workshops or if you know someone that might, then please drop us an email.
It's all about positive engagement, breaking down stereotypes and being creative. It could be a one on mentoring program, a group workshop & exhibition or a large scale public mural project, HYPED Edutainment is here to help bring about meaningful outcomes for young and emerging artists and connecting with the community in a positive may.
