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CHAPTER 4:

Textiles

There are many advantages to textile painting. Fabric is lightweight but tough, so it doesn’t tear as easily as paper—and it is far less bulky than panels and canvas. You can also size it to your liking simply by cutting it. The surface might even offer a beautiful grained texture or luster to enhance your artwork. In this chapter, familiarize yourself with the following:

• Types of Fabric

• Paints & Dyes

• Batik

• Silk Painting

• Additional Non-rigid Surfaces

TYPES OF FABRIC

Fabric is made up of woven fibers that create sheets ...

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