Make a small gelatin Plate for printing

2010, gelatin plate tips / /
just starting out? then make a small printing plate
Make the small Plate for printmaking

In the studio and waiting for the first snow of the season.

I had this idea to make a small gelatin plate and to see what is possible with just one box of gelatin.

What can a create with a small plate? How long will it last?  Will it create possibilities because of its limits?

I simply mixed one cup of water and one box of gelatin and then let it harden on the counter top.
Gelatin dissolves best in 1/2 cup cold water and then 1/2 cup add boiling water to finish.  This will minimize foam, lumps and bubbles.
If you have a lumpy mess, then you can very gently microwave the mixture. Stir and the gelatin should dissolve. Try not to microwave it too long, that will create lots of foam.
If you need more help check out my gelatin printmaking tips page.
Or the best way to explore making monotype prints with the gelatin plate is to get on the mailing list and join .

 

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Love is the Answer

2010, Uncategorized / /
© linda germain  2012 thermo fax screen print, gelatin prints in the background

Planning for the holiday fair for tomorrow.  It is a new venue for me.  I look forward to the day, hanging with the other artists and presenting our work.  I will have small gelatin prints and mixed media  prints and stack of cards.  If you are in the area stop in @

Holiday Fair
6 Locke Street
 Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-4454
11 AM to 5 PM
If you are with your family, or having your own art sale or otherwise busy then Have a good one!

 

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new Facebook page for gelatin printmaking

2010, Uncategorized / /
© linda germain – hand on the gelatin

I created a Facebook page for the Gelatin Printmaking Monothon that I am teaching in Austin, TX this spring.  It is still a work in progress.  It does seem like a long way off but I know it is going to sneak up on me.  So If you have friends in the Austin Area who would be interested in an action packed weekend of gelatin printmaking then pass on the link and info.

My host is Cathy Savage and the Women Printmakers of Austin.  So check out the details on the WPA site and sign up early to save some cash!

 

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Use What YOU Have – for life and gelatin prints

2010, Uncategorized / /
© linda germain 2012 Use what you Have – a gelatin plate print

I like to create with this motto in mind – to use what I have.  Instead of looking outside myself for the answers, tools or ideas, I slow down and trust that the answer is within me or very close by.  So as I get ready for the next holiday sale, I am going to use the prints and projects that I already have.  Breathe and enjoy this holiday season.
If you are around join me @

HolidayFair –
Saturday 15th 11-5
6 Locke St.  Andover, MA

 

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Believe it- this is my boss :)

2010, Uncategorized / /
He was seen at Goudreault’s Farm and Greenhouse  recently

Happy Holidays to everyone.  Hope you all have time for fun and family.

I will have some of my prints for sale at a couple of holiday venues for the next couple of weeks.

  1. Longview Club House in Georgetown 9 Patriot Lane 10 to 6 on Saturday and 12 to 4 the 8th on Sunday the 9th
  2. Holiday Stroll – Downtown Haverhill @ the shop at 90 Washington Street Saturday 8th 10 to 8
  3. HolidayFair – 6 Locke St.  Andover, MA   – Saturday 15th 11-5
If you are in the area.  Stop by and say hi!

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