What is Gelli Printing?

Gelli printing is a fun and accessible art form that allows you to create unique prints

using a gelli plate, acrylic paints, and various tools.

Gelli printing, also known as gel plate printing, is a form of monoprinting that uses a soft silicone plate to create beautiful prints without the need for a traditional printing press. This method is perfect for beginners as it encourages creativity and experimentation.

Essential Materials
To get started with gelli printing, you will need the following materials:
Gelli Plate: A soft silicone plate that comes in various sizes.

Acrylic Paints: Quick-drying acrylic paints work best for gelli printing. You can use heavy body or soft body paints, but each will yield different textures.

Brayer: A brayer is a roller used to apply paint evenly across the gelli plate.

Paper: Use various types of paper, such as mixed media, printing paper or watercolor paper, to create your prints.

Practice: The best results come with practice, so don’t be discouraged if your first prints aren’t perfect. Waiting a few minutes enables the print to lift clearly from the plate.

Have fun experimenting!

See you next week

Love Liz at the Beach Hut xx