Paint a Framed Witch Silhouette

There’s always been something really sweet about silhouette paintings. For this particular project is actually going to take a home good store frame and us an old technique of reverse painting to create a really pretty silhouette painting. This can also work with a vintage thrift store frame or even an old picture frame hanging around the house. The most important thing is that it has a back on it where a pretty paper can go in the background. We have a silhouette template at the end of the post that you can use to create your own version of the silhouette.

Supplies to Paint a Framed Witch Silhouette

-A picture frame with glass or plastic insert

-Printed template

-Multi-surface black paint

-Paint brushes

-Decorative paper either scrapbook, an decorative napkin, or even pretty fabric

-Scissors

-Removable tape

-Cotton swab

Tape the Template to the Front of the Glass

Make sure the inside of the glass is clean before painting on it. Cut the silhouette out and tape it carefully to the front of the picture frame so that the image faces to the inside of the frame. The open the picture frame so that the inside of the insert is facing out leaving the glass or plastic in place. This will be the surface to paint on. The silhouette will be reversed from the printed image.

 

Paint on The Glass

Using a thin brush paint over the template with multi-surface paint. It’s easiest to outline the image first and then paint and fill it in. This will take several coats, let dry completely between each coat of paint. Use a cotton swab to clean up any loose lines or brush strokes before the paint dries. We also added a cute bow to the witches hair as a little accent.

Remove the Witch Template

Carefully remove the template from the front and take a look and see if there are any areas that need a touch up. Let the paint dry between touch up coats.

Add the Decorative Paper Backing

Once the paint is dry (At least 24 hours), add a decorative paper to the back of the frame that is cut to size. There are lots of options including scrapbook paper, wrapping paper, napkins, vintage or new fabric. It can be made to match any decor for Halloween.

Display Your Witch Silhouette Art!

Now you can hang and display your sweet witch silhouette art.

Enjoy creating and decorating your art! If you love silhouette art, see how to make a silhouette of your family members.