Splattering is such a fun little technique and a lovely way to add sparkle, movement and lively texture to a painting. In this tutorial I’ll give you a gentle introduction to splattering using an old toothbrush, showing you how to load it with colour and flick the paint onto the paper in a controlled way. We’ll explore how the consistency of your paint affects the size of the splatters, from tiny delicate speckles to much larger, bolder marks. I’ll also show you a more dramatic flicking technique and explain how turning your paper can help you vary the direction of the marks rather than having everything travel the same way. It’s wonderfully simple, slightly messy and great fun — and once you’ve tried it, you’ll have another expressive little technique ready to bring extra life and energy to your paintings.
