Lots of light layers – Gelatin Printing

I have been exploring the basics of brayering and layering in gelatin printmaking.

fern prints by linda germain

One of the important concepts is to print thin layers from light to dark.

layered monotype print by linda germain

Another way I create interest is to print on only parts of the plate. That allows for lots of crisp colors.

use stencils for gelatin printmaking

I also think that stencils of different line quality and shape help to create interest.

The most important thing is to print a lot and be willing to experiment.

If you need the recipe to make the glycerin and gelatin plate for gelatin printmaking – get it here.