Remember the old paint by number kits? Years ago, there was an exhibit of how different these could be, based on the person painting them. That made me wonder what it would be like if you used an altogether different medium, such as tape, in place of paint.
I love duct tape and make all sorts of things out it, since it now comes in a variety of colors and designs. However, masking tape, which can be cheaper and has the advantage that you can paint on it, now comes in an array of colors. I’ve used acrylics as well as watercolors on masking tape with excellent results. Depending on the look you want, either tape will work.
The easiest way to cut small shapes with either tape is laying it, sticky side down onto parchment paper (wax paper is okay for duct tape but not for masking tape). If you use a lot of peel and stick labels, don’t throw away the empty sheet, as it’s perfect for either tape.
Make sure your “paint by number” finished product will be on a fairly sturdy surface, like card stock or heavier. The easiest thing is to make a copy of the “print” and then cut it up into the individual colors and use as a pattern for your tape. Once you have the individual pieces cut out, carefully tape them on your “canvas.” Keep in mind that shapes will overlap and which one that goes on first can make a difference in the final result.
Of course you don’t need a paint by number template to create some amazing tape art. However if you do want some ideas, check out the following
• Crayloa
- Bees
• 50 Free Color by Number Worksheets
If you don’t have any tape handy, of course you can color them, or you check out Web Paint by Number.
If none of this appeals to you, redo Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Prints. Yes, you can create your own unique color scheme for Marilyn and print it on your computer. Talk about instant art! Actually, the website Color Vision & Art has a variety of wonderful interactive art projects to try.
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