Printmaking Techniques: #1 Pochoir (stenciling)ATC

I thought it would be fun to do some technique challenges! I've actually learned most printmaking techniques (except litho) so I'll be your host!

1 card for each of 3 partners (3 in total) Since its so easy to make an extra print once you've got everything set up I've made this for three partners.

This should be printed on heavyweight paper, in the standard 3.5x2.5 ATC size.

This is a how to challenge, so Pochoir (stenciling) only! You must make your own stencil.

You may use any ink you choose. Rubber stamp ink works well with the little ink dabbers, or you can use a stenciling brush with paint, or even spray paint!

freezer paper makes a nice stencil, but any sturdy paper will work since you're only making 3. (I don't recommend newsprint or similar weight)

If you want to do text I recommend downloading a digital font like "goth stencil" "dirtybakersdozen" or "stencil" which you can find free online http://www.dafont.com/dirty-bakers-dozen.font more stencil fonts: http://www.dafont.com/theme.php?cat=114 I type out what I want on the computer and print it out, then cut it out. That works reasonably well. Also if you have them available-you can do things like laser cut your stencil, or use the silhouette sd cutter, which makes this much easier if you know the software side of things.

Rating of 4.9+, no unexplained 3s or 1s Providing links to your work is encouraged! I will be checking profiles before the swap begins.

Sorry, no rubber stamps, prefab stamps or stencils (unless you made your own) please! Also this is stenciled not screen printed, that will be a separate challenge though the techniques are very similar. And no other printmaking techniques should be used. Though you may roll out a color for your background if you'd like.

Please let me know if you have any questions!