How to Resize Traceables to any size and transfer to canvas or paper
After you download the traceable the comes with most classes, you might want to paint it smaller or larger than the standard A4 size your printer will give you. If so, I want to show you a quick way to take a traceable template and resize it to fit any canvas or paper size you have.
I like to use Blockposters.com because it’s free to use and they make the process easy and clear to resize, large or small.
Just a few simple steps to follow:
Begin with the Get Started button.
Upload your image.
Choose what size will fit your canvas best.
You will see that by default, they customize the size of your upload to fit three pages across. You can then adjust the image to fit different sizes by using the drop-down menu. They will tell you about how large the dimensions are for each option when you select it.
You can also choose between landscape or portrait orientation, type of printer paper, and if you want a border around the edge or not. (the border makes it easier to tape together-trim one side and layer) Just click around and select the option that is best for your project.
Make sure to rename before downloading, so it’s easy for you to find and print!
How to Transfer a Template Onto Canvas
Now that you have a template printed, it’s time to transfer the image onto your canvas. To make this job easy, I like to use graphite paper.
If you haven’t used graphite paper before, start by laying it onto your painting surface with the shiny black side down. Line your template up over the top. Then all you have to do is trace it!
Use just enough pressure to not push through your paper, but enough that it leaves a heavy enough line for you to see on the canvas. I use a ballpoint pen but a pencil works well too.
If you don’t have graphite paper, watch the video below to see how you can make your own with a pencil
Hopefully this will help you paint in a variety of sizes and have everything transferred easily and quickly so you can get to painting! Feel free to comment below if you have any questions.
Stay Creative,
Jade