Summertime for Daniel Smith water soluble inks

2010, Uncategorized / /
©linda germain 2012 gelatin monotype prints with Daniel smith water soluble ink

For me when the weather is warm it is the time to use my Daniel Smith water soluble block printing inks on my gelatin plates.  The inks seems to roll out better when it is warm.  I have learned to go with the flow and use these inks in the summer.  I love that the colors are rich and deep.  I also like that the ink dries fixed.

I am happy to share that I have a couple of spots available in my Gelatin Printmaking Two Hour Teaser class on Wednesday, August 1st, from 6-8 at my studio in Haverhill, MA.  You could give the Daniel Smith inks a try.

For the Full day of Play with Gelatin check out my workshops page

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SOLD Bridge I – a gelatin print by Linda Germain

2010, Gelatin plate print / /
©linda germain 2012 – Bridge I – Gelatin Print 8″ x  10″
One of a kind original monotype print by Linda Germain.  This image size  is 6″ x 8″ and the paper size is 8″ x 10″
The 8″ x10″ size is perfect for popping into a standard frame for quick and easy display.

© linda germain 2012 a collection of gelatin prints for sale

To learn more about my gelatin printmaking process check out this video.
If you have questions please email me prior to purchase linda@lindagermain.com

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How to use a Photo reference for Gelatin Printing

2010, gelatin print tips, masking stencils / /
©linda germain 2012 – gelatin monotype with stencil from photo reference

Prompted by a question from a student, I have been experimenting with ways to use photos in gelatin printing.  I the image above you can see the photo of my brother fishing on the pier.  Just below that you can see the paper masking stencil that I cut and to the left a few of the gelatin prints that I made.

I am having fun with this!  I used the registration method that I talked about yesterday.  As you can see on the far right of the image above  place a mat on the gelatin plate to create clean edges.  Then line your paper up with the mat.

Happy Printing.

 

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Playing in the Studio with Gelatin Monotype Prints

2010, mixed media printmaking / /
©linda germain 2012  Another method for clean edges thanks to Mark Evans

Check out Mark Evan’s gelatin prints.  They are vibrant and graphic.  Always an inspiration to see what other people do with the gelatin plate.

Yesterday he shared is method for registering his print and getting the nice clean edges.  He places a “mat” on the plate and then lines his paper up with the edge of the mat.

That is what I tried to show you in the print above.  I made several prints with this method today and had success.  So we have options!

Happy Printing.

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SOLD Jump for Joy

2010, Uncategorized / /

©linda germain 2012 – mixed media gelatin print for sale 8″ x10″

One of a kind original monotype print by Linda Germain.  This 8″ x 10 gelatin plate print includes collage and original handwriting.  
It is inspired by 5 year old nephew.  It makes me want to jump and be joyful.  
The 8″ x10″ size is perfect for popping into a standard frame for quick and easy display.
To learn more about my gelatin printmaking process check out this video.
To purchase this one of a kind original gelatin print click on the paypal button below.
If you have questions please email me prior to purchase linda@lindagermain.com

Give this fun mixed media print a new home choose your shipping location and follow the paypal instructions.

Thanks,

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