Print & Book Arts
Gelli Plate Printing
Learn to use flexible Gelli plates with stencils and ink to create colorful prints by hand.
Member$160.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$192.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Tue, 7/30/2024 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thur, 2/13/2025
About
Learn the art of Gelli plate printing in this simple, beginner workshop. Gelli plates are reusable plates made from a non-toxic, synthetic gelatin that let you create multicolor monoprints without a press, making this an ideal form of printmaking to pursue at home.
You'll start with applying acrylic paints and inks to the plates, and explore a variety of tools like paintbrushes, brayers, stencils and more to create a wide range of imagery. Then you'll learn how to print your Gelli plates by hand. Since the prints will be made using acrylic paints, they dry quickly, allowing us to add multiple layers to produce layered, multicolor images.
Details
- Bring ideas or sketches of designs you'd like to work on in class. We encourage you to look at images of Gelli plate prints online to get ideas.
- Bring a lunch. There is a refrigerator and microwave on the lower level.
Materials
A $30 materials fee, included in the price of the class, covers everything you need, including:
- One 8" by 10" Gelli Arts printing plate.
- Acrylic paints.
- Inks.
- Stencils.
- Paint brushes.
- Brayers.
- Paper for printing (rag paper such as Rives BFK).
- Ink knives for conditioning and mixing ink.
- Aprons and nitrile gloves.
Class Policies
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Dana Seeger
Visit her website at www.danaharrisseeger.com
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