Welcome to my latest Gelli Plate Printmaking tutorial or rather where I stumble through lots of problems and figure out ways to fix them 🖌️ Wonderful comments from very skilled printmakers told me this tip to help with my laser print image transfers with my Gelli plate. It made a world of difference.

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🖌 How to Create a Gelli Plate Monotype with Your Own Photo:

1. Apply Acrylic Paint: Spread a smooth, thin layer on the Gelli plate using a brayer.
2. Place Your Image: Lay your laser-printed photo face-down on the plate and press gently for solid contact.
3. Transfer the Image: Use a brayer or your fingertips to apply even pressure for a flawless transfer.
4. Peel and Reveal: Carefully lift the photo to reveal your image on the plate.
5. Reverse Painting: Add one or more layers of acrylic paint, letting each layer dry completely.
6. Pick-Up Layer: Apply paint or gel medium evenly, press Bristol board onto the plate, weigh it down with books, and let it dry for 20–30 minutes (or overnight).

See a demo of multi-color linoleum block printing techniques from beginning to end, in order to create an editorial illustration. Printing techniques are covered as well as the elimination technique which allows for several colors to be printed from a single linoleum block. Demo led by RISD Adjunct Professor Clara Lieu.

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My top 10 techniques for mark making on the gel plate. Some of these are adapted printmaking techniques.

I’ve also given a summary of costs involved for techniques which require equipment.

I hope you enjoy this introduction to printmaking techniques with the gel plate.

Kirsten 🌻

What are the dos and don'ts of gel printing? It's all here along with gel printing resources, a downloadable guide and free videos!

Do use any acrylic paint. Don’t worry if the paint is the correct type for gel printing. All acrylic paints work on it!

Do get your favorite colors, even if they are different brands of paint. Don’t worry, paint doesn’t have cooties and the different brands can all play nicely together.

The block that I purchased for this project was Ezy Carve Printing Block 30X30cm. I sketched and then carved a nude bust into the rubber block. After I had carved my design into the rubber block I…

Magazine copies. For the gelli plate I made 2 batches of 1.5 cups cold water 3/4 cup glycerin 3/4 cup alcohol and 8 packets of gelatin then microwaved it and stored until it was clear the gelli plate came out really dense and thick. I spend like 25 bucks at Walmart for all the stuff and got like way to much so I can make I bigger plate if I want but I don’t think I ever will.

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I used 8oz vegetable glycerin, 8 envelopes of plain gelatin and 8 oz of hot water. Stir in the gelatin slowly and break up all clumps. Pour into a shallow container like a cookie sheet and let it set. If there are problems with the plate it can be remelted and reset.

ETA: my favorite source for tips is YeatesMakes on YouTube. Super creative guy who does a lot of different techniques, including image transfers with charcoal pencil, chalk pastel, and resists.

Hey, art enthusiast! 🎨 Ever felt like gel plate image transfers are just too tricky? Felt a little blue when your early attempts didn't quite hit the mark? Well, we've got some fantastic news for you! 😄

Our very own Anneliese from Everything Art Store has been on a creative adventure, experimenting and exploring every nook and cranny of the gel plate image transfer realm. She's wrestled with the challenges, laughed at the mishaps, and now she's ready to share her foolproof methods that are set to work every single time! 🙌

In this video, Anneliese spills the beans on her tried-and-tested techniques for perfect gel plate image transfers. Follow her step-by-step process and learn how to avoid those common pitfalls that can make your art journey feel more like an uphill battle.