The Joy of Scratching
Scratch art has been a beloved craft for generations. The magic lies in the reveal - beneath a dark surface hides a world of color waiting to be discovered. There's something deeply satisfying about scratching away the darkness to uncover the vibrant patterns beneath.
Traditional scratch art uses a board coated with layers of colored wax or chalk, covered by a layer of black ink or paint. Artists use styluses or sharp tools to scratch through the dark layer, revealing the colors underneath.
This digital version captures that same sense of discovery. The hidden layer contains swirling gradients and colorful patterns - you never quite know what you'll reveal until you start scratching. Every drawing is unique!
Tips for Great Scratch Art
Try varying your brush size - use a smaller size for fine details and larger strokes for bold reveals. Leave plenty of black space - the contrast between scratched and unscratched areas is what makes scratch art so striking.
Consider sketching an outline first with a small brush, then filling in larger areas. Or go completely abstract and let the hidden colors guide your composition!