Text decoration methods

Abstract

This invention provides a method that makes the traditional process of creating decorative lettering with pure gold brushstrokes, which previously required significant skill, expense, and time, easy, inexpensive, and capable of producing three-dimensional decorative lettering. [Solution] This problem is a method for decorating text, (1) Process of creating a base character (gel-type auxiliary agent application area) on paper (2) Step of applying the gel-like auxiliary agent to the prepared gel-like auxiliary agent application area. (3) The problem is solved by a decorative method that involves creating calligraphy by applying at least one of gold leaf or platinum leaf to a dried gel-like auxiliary agent.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a decoration method for applying at least one of pure gold foil or platinum foil to calligraphy works and brush-written characters.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, as a classical method of pure gold decoration (pure gold characters) for calligraphy works and brush-written characters, there is a method of attaching gold foil using brush-written characters with gold paste and glue. However, handling of the gold paste and attachment of the gold foil required advanced techniques. Also, in order to apply pure gold three-dimensionally, gold paste made of pure gold powder is required, and a considerable amount of pure gold powder is needed to make the gold paste. Since the price of pure gold powder is high, it is costly, and it also takes time to make the gold paste and to perform the decoration process.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0003] An object of the present invention is to provide a method that can easily and inexpensively perform pure gold brush-written character decoration, which was time-consuming in terms of technology, cost, and time, and can also create three-dimensional decorative characters.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0004] A decoration method according to one aspect of the present invention includes a step of creating underwriting (gel-like auxiliary agent application area) on paper, a coating step of applying a gel-like auxiliary agent to the created gel-like auxiliary agent application area to create a base for three-dimensional brush-written characters, and a step of attaching at least one of gold foil or platinum foil to the base after drying the gel-like auxiliary agent, thereby creating three-dimensional brush-written characters of pure gold or pure platinum foil.

[0005] In another corresponding decoration method of the present invention, the gel-like auxiliary agent is mainly composed of an acrylic resin having a viscosity of about 2,000 to 10,000 mPa·s of clay, is water-based and water-resistant after drying, has a fluidity like pulling a thread, and becomes transparent after drying.

Effects of the Invention

[0006] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a method that allows for the creation of three-dimensional decorative characters in pure gold, which previously required considerable skill and expense, in an easy and inexpensive manner. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] This is a cross-sectional view of a three-dimensional decorative character related to the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a flowchart of the process related to the present invention. [Figure 3] This is a flowchart of the process related to the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] Apply a gel-like additive, such as Liquitex String Gel Medium (trademark registration number 6576530), a honey-like medium used when painting, to the calligraphic characters. Allow to air dry for a specified time or longer in a well-ventilated area where it will not be exposed to foreign objects or dust. After drying, apply gold leaf or platinum leaf.

[0009] The aforementioned gel-like auxiliary agent is characterized by having an acrylic resin with a clay content of approximately 2,000 to 10,000 mP-s as its main component, being water-based, water-resistant after drying, having a stringy fluidity, and becoming transparent after drying.

[0010] As for the conditions suitable for drying, for example, the temperature should ideally be between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, and the humidity should be between 40 and 60% (higher humidity will increase drying time). A well-ventilated location is also preferable. The guideline for complete drying time is 24 hours or more, but if a thick coat is applied, it will take longer to dry, so it may be necessary to allow it to dry for two days or more while monitoring the process.

[0011] On the paper that will become the artwork, the base for the characters is written with gold or silver ink, and after drying, a gel-like additive is applied with a brush. At this time, in order to create the fine lines of the brush tip that give a sense of brushstrokes characteristic of calligraphy, the stringy texture of the gel-like additive is used to apply it by pulling it with the brush. In addition, the thickness is adjusted according to the characteristics of the lines and smudges of the characters in order to make the characters appear three-dimensional. For example, the thickness is made thinner in the smudged parts of the characters, and in the parts where the strokes of the characters intersect, the gel-like additive is applied to the lower stroke first, dried, and then at least one of the gold or platinum leaf is applied to finish it, and then the gel-like additive is applied to the overlapping strokes and the same process is repeated.

[0012] One effect of writing the base characters with gold or silver ink is that it gives a better appearance to areas where the brushstrokes are blurred or faded. Furthermore, by layering the ink twice at points where strokes intersect, it's possible to express the unique stroke order and brushwork of calligraphy in a three-dimensional way, adding depth to the image.

[0013] The aforementioned gold leaf or platinum leaf is characterized by being either pure gold leaf (24-karat gold / 99.99% purity) or pure platinum leaf (pure platinum / Pt999~Pt1000), with a thickness of approximately 0.1~0.2 microns for pure gold leaf and approximately 0.3~0.5 microns for pure platinum leaf. [Explanation of symbols]

[0014] 1 sheet 2. Ink (gold or silver) 3. Gel-type auxiliary agent 4. Pure gold and pure platinum leaf

Claims

[Claim 1] A method of decorating text, (1) A process of creating a gel-like auxiliary agent application area by writing the characters on paper. (2) Step of applying the gel-like auxiliary agent to the prepared gel-like auxiliary agent application area. (3) The process includes a step of attaching at least one of gold leaf or platinum leaf to a dried gel-like auxiliary agent. (4) A decorative method characterized in that the gel-like auxiliary agent is mainly composed of acrylic resin with a clay content of about 2,000 to 10,000 mPa·s, is water-based and water-resistant after drying, has a stringy fluidity, and becomes transparent after drying.

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