Tools and Raw Materials

Design Resource

Usta Art

The Heritage of Rajasthan

Tools and Raw Materials

The tools and raw materials that are used for Usta art:

• MDF/Wood: It is used as a canvas for making Usta art.

• Sandpaper: Sanding paper no. 200/400/800 is used to smoothen the surface.

• Design Templates: These are used for reference design to be pasted on the working area.

• Akhbara: the paste of chemical putty applied on the surface area.

• Gold Foil: 24-carat gold foil is used for highlighting the intricate design.

• Acrylic Colours: Oil and enamel paints are used to fill the gaps in-between embossing work.

• Brush: Different sizes of brushes made of squirrel hair are used for painting.

• Tracing Paper: It is used to trace the design pattern on the surface.

• Charcoal Powder: It is rubbed on the tracing paper to print the design on the surface.

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