Gelatin plate printing with Williamsburg oils and R&F Blending Medium

Description

A  Gel Plate Printing Workshop – Oil Paint and R&F Blending Medium

An introductory workshop exploring the use of gel plates for making hand-pulled monotypes on paper with Williamsburg Oil paint and R&F Blending Medium. 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 Needed:

• Gelatin Plate (either GelPress or Gelli brands, or homemade)
• R & F Blending Medium in Stick or Jar
• Your favorite oil paints, 1-3 colors (I’ll be using Williamsburg Handmade Oils)
• Paper:
  • Rice paper
  • Copy or printer paper
  • Cardstock
  • Printmaking paper
• Brayers
• Silicone tools for making lines and shapes
• Hand-made or store-bought stencils, and stamps
• Any materials for patterning or light texture
• Paper towels or rags, gloves, etc.
• For cleanup: Gamsol odorless mineral spirits or vegetable or mineral oil