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 .
Hi, Linda – After months/years of following your wonderful blog and promising myself that I would try gelatin printing ‘some day’, I finally tried my hand this past week – I absolutely LOVE it. I have credited you in my blog post today. Thanks for your inspiring and generous blog – and happy printing. -sus
Thanks Susan – happy that you loved playing with the gelatin. It is hard to stop once you get going.
Oh Germain, that is very good to read.. so I can try first a little plate .. I am a cardmaker and so it will be a good thing to start with a mini plate…
thank you.. if I am successful I will tell it.. I think I will start in 2013 with my project..a good idea for the new year!
Very merry christmas!
xxx from Austria
Susi
Germain, I made a gelatin plate yesterday following your recipe. It is wonderful. I overthink everything when I paint and the monoprinting process helps me to stay playful and richly engaged. So I played with the printing and I painted too! Thank you. Thanks too for the idea of a mini plate. I am about to be very busy….
You continue to inspire me…now I should get busy and print. My granddaughter and I made some interesting prints she drew a cute bear which I treasure. Thanks for the inspiration, it truly helps!!