Gelatin Print Monotypes

© linda germain 2012 gelatin prints for sale

I am doing some research for an article that I am writing about monotype prints.  It is affirming to feel a connection to the description of what a monotype is. It confirms that I am working in the the medium that best fits me. William Jung, describes the process as freeing the artist from the technical aspects of traditional printmaking.  That’s me! He further describes the process as experimental and unpredictable. Me again!  The monotype and the gelatin print are as varied as the artists that create them.

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3 tips for using Createx Monotype inks

© linda germain 2012 root people 8.5″ x 13″ gelatin print with createx inks

I decided to try out the createx monotype inks today.   Somethings I did differently with these inks:

  • squirt the ink right on the gelatin plate and brayer to a thin layer
  • let the layers dry – it takes a little longer
  • use a liberal a amount of ink
The create ink rolls out more like acrylic paint than ink.  For me today it held an nice edge with my stamping tools and it covered nicely. The pigment was rich and allowed for more than one detail/ghost print.
© linda germain 2012 gelatin print with createx ink
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New Inks to Experiment with on the Gelatin Plate

© linda germain 2012 inks for gelatin printing

Today my order from Dick Blick arrived.  I am going to try the Akua Kolor with the gelatin plate and I also got some createx Monotype ink.

I know other printmakers have used these ink with success, so let’s see how I do. I am sure I will learn a lot.

That is what I like learning something new or figuring out how to to something new.

Happy Printing!

 

 

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