Gelatin plate printing with GOLDEN OPEN acrylics

Description

A Gel Plate Printing Workshop – GOLDEN OPEN acrylics

An introductory workshop exploring the use of gel plates for making hand-pulled monotypes on paper with GOLDEN OPEN acrylic paints. Using stencils, color shapers, brayers, and other tools, we’ll produce vibrant and layered prints without a press.

There will be a short talk about materials, a demonstration of basic techniques, time for working on your own, and then a work share for questions and discussion. 

MATERIALS:

• Gelatin Plate (either GelPress or Gelli brands, or homemade)
• GOLDEN OPEN acrylics in your favorite colors (or acrylics not recommended) GOLDEN Fluid paints optional.
• Paper:
  • Rice paper
  • Copy or printer paper
  • Cardstock
  • Printmaking paper

TOOLS:

• Brayers
• Silicone tools for making lines and shapes
• Hand-made or store-bought stencils, and stamps
• Any materials for patterning or light texture

SUPPLIES:

• Paper towels or rags
• wet-wipes or hand sanitizers
• disposable gloves