Mixed Media Printmaking Blog

Cleaning the Printmaking Studio

monotype print / Linda Germain / September 11, 2015

I love this time of year. It seems like a fresh start and time for new learning. I am not going off to school, but I am looking for a stimulating class to join.

I was considering a solo retreat, but then realized that I wanted the community of a class more than solitude.

As part of my fresh start, I am cleaning the studio, sorting through supplies and prints. I think letting go creates space for something new.

What about you….

Do you have seasonal rituals?
What if you let go of some tools or supplies that you don’t use?
Is there space for something new?

If you are creating space in your life for making prints, and you have been thinking about taking an online class – check out the current offerings.

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Refreshing the gelatin plate

gelatin plate care / Linda Germain / September 10, 2015

make a glycerin and gelatin plate for monotype printmaking — Learn to make your own gelatin plate for printing

I have several gelatin plates frozen in the freezer at my studio. They have been there for a couple of years now.

Since I have been using the new recipe that includes glycerin, I don’t have to make new plates very often. Today I will learn if they can be reconstituted after being in the freezer for such a long time.

I used the double boiler type set up to thaw and melt the frozen chunks of gelatin.
I added a little water to the mix
Leveled my cookie sheet and
Poured the melted mixture through a tarlatan into the pan

Since I have to wait for the homemade gelatin plate to harden, I may experiment with the commercially made Gelli plate.

If you would like to learn how to make the glycerin and gelatin plate and then have four weeks of lessons and support then join us in the next session of Make Monotypes – registration opens September 14th and class starts October 5th. Read the details here.

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Get the support that you need to succeed

2010 / Linda Germain / August 23, 2015

Do you have piles of paper and prints that just need something to complete them?
Craving answers and ideas for making books
Love layers, but want a little confidence creating them

You are in luck!

The mixed media printmaker’s retreat starts, on Wednesday, August 26th. You still have time to register. Click here if you want in. Read the details about this 8 day intensive class here.

If you have questions please email me and I will be happy to help. Linda@LindaGermain.com

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Music to keep you Movin’

mixed media printmaking / Linda Germain / August 15, 2015

When you are in your studio, do you like to work in silence? Or do you have special music to enhance your creativity?

I have been listening to Pandora Radio and the Laid Back Beach Music Station. I have to stay it is the next best thing to the beach. It puts me in a loose happy state.

Sometimes I do need quiet to get things done. So I guess it depends on the stage of creation.

Would you like to create an artist retreat for yourself, in the comfort of your own space? Read the details and sign up today for the Mixed Media Printmaker’s Retreat. It starts August 26th.

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