
In this post, I have collected ten videos about Gelli Plate Printing Ideas and Techniques that will inspire and educate you on the fascinating printing process known as ‘gelli printing’ or ‘gel printing.’ This method is rapidly gaining popularity, and I’m excited to dive into it myself! Each video offers a unique perspective, showcasing different methods and artistic approaches to gelli printing. These videos will spark creativity and offer practical tips for anyone eager to explore this art form.
Gel printing ideas | 10 techniques to monoprint photos
In the video titled “Gel printing ideas | 10 techniques to monoprint photos” by Nitsa Creative Studio, the presenter explores various creative methods for monoprinting photos using a gel plate. The video begins with a basic photo transfer technique using a single color. It then progresses to more complex methods, such as transferring photos with multiple colors, layering photos with text, and creating textured backgrounds before photo transfer. The presenter also demonstrates how to make and use a homemade gel plate, including using it to create stamps for transferring text and images and for making large-size colorful collages. Additional techniques include transferring photos to tissue paper for collage art and copying images from books for transfer. The presenter prefers creating large, colorful collages using homemade gel plates, citing the creative freedom and vibrant colors involved.
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Gelli Printing Supplies and Books
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Supplies
For your convenience, here is a list taken from the videos on this page:
- Gel Plate : A primary tool for gelli printing, used as the surface on which to apply paints and create prints.
- Brayer: A roller used to evenly spread paint across the gel plate.
- Acrylic Paints: Various types of acrylic paints, including heavy body acrylic paint and Golden Fluid Acrylic colors (specifically mentioned are Phthalo Blue, Indian Yellow, Quinacridone Magenta, Titanium White, and Carbon Black).
- Paper: Paper that receives the print from the gel plate. Specific types like rice paper, art diary pages, and glassine are mentioned. I don’t believe this was mentioned, but Rives BFK is an excellent paper. When starting out, it is probably best to use ordinary printer paper as you will probably go through a lot as you are experimenting. Do not use any type of glossy paper as it is not compatible with Gel printing.
- Stencils: Used for creating patterns and designs on the gel plate. Custom-made stencils, like ‘City Bridges,’ are used in one of the videos.
- Everyday Objects for Textures: Items like thrift store papers, leaves, a honeycomb-shaped trivet, bubble wrap, and Tyvek envelope cut-outs are suggested for creating unique textures.
- Additional Art Supplies: Items like a white posca pen, matte medium, gloss medium, matte varnish with UV protection, and encaustic wax are mentioned for finishing and enhancing the prints.
- Laser Printer: For creating images on standard copy paper to be transferred onto the gel plate.
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Books
- Gelli Arts (R) Printing Guide: Printing Without a Press on Paper and Fabric Using the Gelli Arts (R) Plate (Design Originals) – 32 Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Projects, Techniques, and Inspiration
- Gelli Plate Printing: Mixed-Media Monoprinting Without a Press
- Amazing Gel Prints: Working With Stencils
How to Perfectly Gel Transfer Magazine Images
The video titled “How to perfectly gel transfer magazine images” by Nitsa Creative Studio is a tutorial on creating monoprints from magazine pages using a gel printing plate. The process involves using heavy body paints, glossy or semi-glossy magazine pages, and various paper types. The presenter demonstrates transferring an image from a 1992 Vogue magazine by evenly spreading paint on the gel plate, pressing the magazine image onto the plate, and then transferring it onto paper with a clean brayer. The video also explores using multiple colors for image transfer. The presenter shows how to lift an image off the plate using minimal paint to allow the image to show through, using both a single color and a combination of two colors. The presenter transfers a magazine image onto a pre-painted background to add more interest.
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Gelli Plate Printing Ideas
In “Gelli Plate Printing Ideas” by Vicki Reed of Paint By Heart, the video showcases using a gel press plate for creating collage papers. For printing, Vicki uses everyday materials like thrift store papers, rice paper, leaves, a honeycomb-shaped trivet, bubble wrap, and Tyvek envelope cut-outs. She applies a limited palette of Golden Fluid Acrylic colors, including Phthalo Blue, Indian Yellow, Quinacridone Magenta, Titanium White, and Carbon Black, experimenting with various textures like bubble wrap and Tyvek spirals to form unique patterns. Vicki demonstrates techniques like ghost prints and color layering, using objects like leaves to create natural shapes. The video on gelli plate printing ideas encourages creativity and playfulness in repurposing everyday items for art, inviting viewers to experiment with different materials.
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2 Ways To Level Up Your Gelli Prints To Create Multi Layered Abstract Paintings
In “2 Ways To Level Up Your Gelli Prints To Create Multi Layered Abstract Paintings” by FroyleArt, the artist demonstrates using a gelli plate and stencils to create multi-layered abstract paintings. Inspired by Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, the artist employs blues, greens, and metallic colors to mimic the natural scenery. The video focuses on layering stencils and colors on a large gel plate, allowing for experimentation with shapes and hues. The artist highlights the use of various materials, including art diary pages, tissue, and glassine, to add depth and texture with watercolors and acrylic inks. A unique approach involves using negative space and leaf shapes to create complex compositions enhanced by metallic colors like bronze and copper. The video encourages viewers to explore different techniques, resulting in rich, textured, colorful abstract art.
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This is why LAYERS on GELLI PRINTS matter (ADVANCED)
In “This is why LAYERS on GELLI PRINTS matter (ADVANCED)” by Ingrid Blackburn, the artist captures the essence of the Tuscan countryside through gel printing. She uses deep yellows and bright blues to evoke memories of golden wheat fields, green cypress trees, and rustic buildings. Blackburn views the process as capturing moments and feelings akin to the layered textures of Tuscany. Each layer on her gel plate adds depth and character, reflecting the region’s history and stories. The video emphasizes art as an expression of emotions and memories, encouraging viewers to infuse their experiences into their creations. Blackburn’s approach turns simple elements into meaningful art, showcasing the power of gel printing to convey deep personal experiences.
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Gelli® Plate Projects How To Use Your Prints
In Teresa Auden’s video “Gelli® Plate Projects How To Use Your Prints,” she showcases various creative projects using prints made with a Gelli® Plate. Auden scanned her original gel prints, adjusted their sizes, and made them available for download on her Etsy store. She demonstrates how to use these prints in different crafts, like creating colorful tags with washi tape and paper dolls, making striking greeting cards with die-cut flowers, and producing unique cards using fishnet designs and stamped images. Additionally, Auden covers a chipboard binder with marbled paper prints for an artistic journal and crafts a page in a scrapbook album featuring moon-like prints. For leftover print bits, she suggests collage art, adding details with paint pens. Her video offers ideas for using gel prints in various art forms, from background accents to central imagery, highlighting their versatility in crafting.
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My SECRETS to perfectly LAYERED GEL PRINTS
In “my SECRETS to perfectly LAYERED GEL PRINTS” by Ingrid Blackburn, the artist shares insights on creating layered gel prints. She emphasizes the satisfaction of building up layers and achieving the final print in one pull. Her approach involves not overthinking color choices and ensuring they don’t mix into undesirable shades. She suggests starting with dark colors like black, dark gray, or brown at the beginning for contrast. Blackburn uses everyday items like drywall tape for texture and enjoys creating organic, partial images that tell a story, reflecting the day’s emotions. She highlights the importance of ensuring layers dry between applications and enjoys using unexpected color combinations. The final layer typically involves white paint, requiring careful application and drying time. Blackburn’s process is about enjoying the journey, embracing imperfections, and creating personal art.
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10 super techniques to get more out of your gel plate
In the video “10 super techniques to get more out of your gel plate” by Quirky Queens Journals, the artist, Kirsten, demonstrates various techniques for creating unique marks on a gel plate. The first technique involves using water to create controlled and organic marks. She shows how letting water dry on the gel plate makes interesting shapes with raised edges. Kirsten emphasizes the simplicity yet effectiveness of this method. Explore each technique she shares to make your creations. Additionally, she plans to use these techniques for making large abstract paintings, blending different methods to introduce variety and organic shapes in her art. Kirsten’s approach is both experimental and adaptable, encouraging viewers to explore the possibilities of gel plate printing.
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Gelliprinting with My New Stencil Designs: a Livestream
In “Gelliprinting with My New Stencil Designs: a Livestream” by devonrex4art, the artist introduces new stencil designs named City Bridges for gel printing. She skillfully applies various colors with these stencils to craft positive and negative space effects, creating unique patterns and textures. She also discusses her inspiration and stencil creation process. Throughout the video, she experiments with color layering, abstract formation, and stencil combinations for intricate compositions, showcasing the stencils’ versatility and artistic potential. The video ends with the artist thanking viewers and encouraging them to explore these techniques using her stencils.
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Gelli Printing with Layers and a Single Pull
In Susan Clifton’s video “Gelli printing with layers and a single pull,” she educates viewers on creating layered gel prints with a single pull technique. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the order of layers, transparency, and opaqueness of paint. The first layer applied appears on top in the final print. Susan suggests using a ghost print as the first layer, followed by a stamped second layer, and concluding with a flat, even coat of paint as the third. Throughout the video, she demonstrates different combinations of colors and layers, highlighting how each layer affects the outcome. She advises patience, allowing each layer to dry thoroughly to avoid unwanted mixing of colors. Her video provides insights into effective gel printing, showcasing various successful prints and encouraging experimentation with colors and layers.
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