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.

Details

A $30 materials fee, included in the price of the class, covers everything you need, including:

• One 8-inch by 10-inch 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

Ages 14 and up are welcome.