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A horse Of course – gelatin prints

monotype print / Linda Germain / June 7, 2013

For the ICAD challenge, I made a few gelatin prints with my horse stencil. I became aware of:

It takes a few prints to get warmed up
Often the best gelatin prints happen when I don’t think too much
It’s only an index card so try it
I can make several gelatin prints very fast
A commitment gets me into the studio for more gelatin printing.

Join me – make gelatin prints

use my stencils, ink and papers. Do some yoga printmaking – Check out the workshop schedule and find a date that works for you.

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Photographing Gelatin Prints – Off the Pier

2010, monotype print / Linda Germain / May 26, 2013

Yesterday, I created several gelatin plate monotype prints with the masking stencil of my brother fishing of the pier in Rye Harbor, NH.

Enjoy Photographing Gelatin Prints?

Today, I wanted to photograph them, so I could share them online. Lighting is always a challenge for me. I like to keep it simple and not have to correct in photoshop too much.

I like it to be as accurate as possible. I think I would like to hire someone to help me get it right. Every time I set up to shoot, think it will be easier or different, but it is not.

too much light
not enough light
wrong color light
uneven light

I might have to investing in some more equipment to accurately photograph my gelatin plate monotype prints.

Photographing gelatin prints and art work is very important to online sales and communication.

I have figured out a couple of things:

white paper background
sticky putty to “pin them to the wall
use the custom white balance
use the tripos
self timer
zoom in a bit

Want to make some gelatin prints of your own?

Join me for a printmaking workshop soon.

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Gelatin Printmaking Workshop- Austin@ the WPA

monotype print / Linda Germain / February 27, 2013

I want you to be able to take advantage of the early registration discount for the fabulous 3 day gelatin printmaking marathon that is taking place at the studios of the Women Printmakers of Austin. To save the money you must register before March 1st. Go to the site and register now.

Who is this workshop for?

Printmakers, mixed media artists, fiber artists, art therapists, educators from elementary school to college, anyone who would like to play with gelatin printmaking.

Experience is not necessary but an open mind and a willingness to try is most helpful.

What is Gelatin Printmaking?

a friendly, non-toxic method of printing without a press. It is an easy and fun way of making marks and images on paper that can become framed artwork, journals, cards and books. It is hands on and immediate form of monotype printing.

See Linda Germain’s youtube for videos

I hope to see you there. Go to the site and register now.

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Red Strong – a gelatin plate original print

2010, monotype print / Linda Germain / September 23, 2012

One of a kind original monotype print by Linda Germain. This image size is 6″ x 8″ and the paper size is 8″ x 10″ Please note the frame is not included.

This gelatin plate monotype was inspired by the power of kids.

The 8″ x10″ size is perfect for popping into a standard frame for quick and easy display.

To learn more about my gelatin printmaking process check out this video.

If you have questions please email me prior to purchase linda@lindagermain.com

Give this fun print a new home. Choose your shipping location and follow the paypal instructions.Thanks,

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Attitude – gelatin print by linda germain

2010, monotype print / Linda Germain / September 21, 2012

One of a kind original monotype print by Linda Germain. This image size is 6″ x 9″ and the paper size is 8″ x 10″ Please note the frame is not included.