How to Draw Stencils for Fall Trees
Stencils are significantly valuable as they can allow detailed art to be repetitively reproduced. As a result, accurately creating stencils is imperative to ensure the original template is a high-quality image. By carefully drawing and cutting your image, you can create your own great resolution image to be repeatedly painted or drawn.
Things You'll Need
- X-acto knife
- Sketch pad
- Pencil
- Transfer paper
- Cardstock or thicker paper (avoid materials as thick as cardboard)
Instructions
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Sketch examples of trees to get an idea of your stencil. You may want to research other tree drawings to understand how to simplify the tree.
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On a sheet of transfer paper, draw two vertical parallel lines (this will be the tree's base) curved in toward the middle.
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At the top of the base, draw several (slightly thinner) thin parallel lines. These are the start of the branches, and they can curve and sway if desired.
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Add slightly thinner stems to the branches.
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Continue to add stems until you are satisfied with the results. All the ends of the branches should end at a point. Make sure none of them are too thin to be cut out later. If desired, you may want to add a few drawings of falling leaves along the bottom
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Transfer the final image to the appropriate stencil paper (thick cardstock)
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Use an X-acto knife to cut out the edges of the tree and leaves.
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