Using a Gelli Plate to Create Patterns and Collage Papers
July 31, 2023 • Naomi Southon
One of the main advantages of using a gelli plate is its ability to create beautiful and intricate patterns with ease. The surface of the plate has a gel-like consistency, which allows for easy manipulation and control over the desired pattern or texture. Artists can experiment with different tools, such as stencils, brushes, or even found objects, to create interesting textures on the surface of the gelli plate to create visually interesting designs. These textures are then transferred onto paper when it is pressed onto the plate.
Making a Gelli Plate Stencil with a Glue Gun
July 29, 2023 • Naomi Southon
Creating a Gelli Plate stencil using a glue gun is a simple and effective technique that can add unique designs to your artwork. The glue gun, commonly used for bonding materials together, can also be utilized to create intricate stencils for various art projects.
Tea bag paper project - gelli printing, painting and stitching
July 05, 2023 • Naomi Southon
Following on from the last post I wanted to incorporate some french knots into my next tea bag paper project to see how well it holds up. Again I create a mini canvas using the gelli plate but work in to it a lot with acrylic paint before stitching.
Tea bag paper project - gelli plate printing, collage and stitching
July 01, 2023 • Naomi Southon
I really wanted to see how well the tea bag paper faired when stitched by hand. It seems pretty sturdy so I thought I would create a bit of a canvas to work in to. Why not kill two birds with one stone and play with the gelli plate too?