Well, I am such a sucker for new toys and this by far is one of the best, most fun, instant gradification toys so far. It's a Gelli-Arts printing plate for printing monoprints. I have always loved printing monoprints but have never been successful at doing them at home. I have traveled to Charleston twice to go to the monoprint studio which was fun too but really---this does the same thing--just smaller! And for a lot less cost. You just roll on the paint, stamp, scribble or stencil, place the paper face down, press down with your hands--- and with a tingle up your spine--pull it off to reveal a wonderful print. That is, if you have chosen the right colors. You can easily make a mud print! So I have cut the 81/2 x 11 paper into strips and I am going to make a small book and sew it. I will show you the book tomorrow.
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That looks like a fun supply,I think I would have gotten sidetracked too. Can't wait to see the book.
This is a fun technique...my friend Mariyln Rock taught a class in monoprinting using a similar substance.....it's fun to play with different toys, isn't it? Can't wait to see the book you created....although sewing and I have a big, big problem!
Great new product, I've never tried doing gel printing, but this makes it look easy. Always learning about new and fun stuff when I visit you Martha. Looking forward to seeing the book you create with all your mono prints.
ooo la la...this looks like a fun diversion from your large painting projects!! I think I "need" one of these plates too:) Thanks for the link....happy printing.....
Whoo Hoo! I ordered one a few minutes ago... Looks like I'm gonna be sidetracked, too. Looking forward to the next post. Do you sleep??? :)
This looks fun. I haven't come across monoprints before. Off to goggle...
WOW- I never even knew about monoprints but after watching the video on their site, I feel like I need to find out more! Thank you for sharing this with us!
Great technique, it seems - I wonder if you can get that material in the UK... I love your mixed media paintings/collages, especially all those with red flowers. Very vibrant!
My new Gelli Arts printing plate arrived last week. Can't wait to try it (when gardening, harvesting, and canning season is over)!
I have never seen these before either just asking... why can't one do that on a thick piece of glass? Thank you for sharing... their sales just went up. :o)
These look an abosolute joy
beautiful color, martha....i love monoprinting.....
What fun!! These turned out great. Anxious to see the book.
So much fun!! And not available in Europe *cry*. Love your papers.
Great colors and great fun! So glad you loved the printing plate :) Thanks for sharing your fabulous work with the Gelli plate!
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