Linda Germain to Donate Gelatin Print to Art Auction

2010, Uncategorized / /

This gelatin plate monotype was recognized for excellence by Lynda Hartigan is the Chief Curator of the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem Massachusetts. Linda Germain has chosen to donate this gelatin print to the annual art auction to help raise funds to run the art association. Be sure to attend this wonderful event. For more details go to the art association web site: www.newburyportart.org

“An Artful Feast”
June 20, 2009
@ the Sargent & Hills Galleries
Live Preview: Fri., June 19, 5 – 7 pm and Sat., June 20, 11 – 4 pm
VIP Reception: Sat., June 20, 5 – 6 pm
Silent Auction: Sat., June 20, 6 – 7 pm
Live Auction: Sat., June 20, 7:30 – 9:30 pm
To see more of Linda Germain’s gelatin plate prints go to her website www.linda-germain.com

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Fun with Trace Monoprints by Linda Germain

2010, trace monoprint / /

Last week I was experimenting with some sketches and creating some foam plates for printmaking and then I branched out and did some trace monoprints. For some reason I am interested in horses these day. I like the prehistoric cave like feeling that I get from this print. I really enjoy printing on alternative papers, like books and recycled envelopes.
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Gelatin Printing with stencils

2010, Haverhill, stencils / /

Winter and the cold do funny things to my Daniel Smith water soluble inks. So I have been playing with the speedball block printing inks. They are so easy to clean up and do do seem to mind if the studio is only 55 degrees.
It amazes me that I can come to the studio and do the same thing, lay down “stencils” and make marks with stamping tools and still come up with something new and interesting.
I used a simple paper stencil for the horse image and stamped into the inked plate with the end of a 2″ by 4″. I love roots, so I used a pressed root as a “stencil” too.
The new ideas that I had today were: 1. to gently remove the “stencil” before lifting the paper up all the way, that way I minimize registration troubles and get the details of the “ghost”, and 2. to print on papers that have been sliced into squares and then piece the print together.

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Gelatin Monotype Class begins in March

2010 / /

Make Your Mark – Printmaking
With Linda Germain
March 24 – April 14 (4 Weeks)
Tuesday Evenings 6 – 9 PM

Have fun with a plate of gelatin and found objects. It is an experimental process that gives results that vary from the abstract to the photographic. Join Linda as she works with you to explore the world of printmaking using found objects, stencils and your imagination. Once you have experimented with the materials you can start to focus on combing methods to create a series of pleasing prints.
All are welcome!
Paper, inks and gelatin plate provided – cost $10 @ the first class. Materials List: 3″ to 4″ soft speedball brayer, spray bottle, large bowl, newspaper and rags. Garbage bag for carry out trash.
To register for the class call the newburyport art association @ 978-465-8769

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Gelatin Printmaking Class w/Linda Germain @ NAA

2010 / /

The next gelatin printmaking class will begin in early March at the Newburyport Art Association. It will be a 4 week class and meet on Tuesday nights. Registration is the first week in March – be sure to call to reserve your space. Call NAA to register 978-465-8769. Be sure to check out the gelatin plate monotype print on Linda Germain’s website for ideas of what is possible.
How to make a gelatin Plate for printmaking – the video

Quick video on the basics of gelatin printmaking

Gelatin printing artist trading cards – a short video

48 second slideshow of gelatin prints by linda germain and why she loves it.

Gelatin Printmaking tips page

Or Take the next gelatin printing workshop

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