I'm a non-scientist part-time artist experimenting with different elements to use in lieu of paints to create art. I've used rust directly on canvas as a medium by sandwiching sheets of canvas with rusting metal pieces and periodically adding water to promote the oxidation process.
I'd like to explore other elements that would provide stains that would
transfer to canvas as they corrode or oxidize, especially if they would
create stains of other colors besides red/rust.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.