Suzanne McNeill - Gelli (R) Printing, Expanded Edition: Printing Without a Press on Paper and Fabric Using the Gelli (R) Plate (Design Originals) 32 Beginner-Friendly ... Paper and Fabric Using the Gelli Arts® Plate

Suzanne is often known as the Trendsetter of arts and crafts. Dedicated to hands-on creativity, she constantly tests, experiments, and invents something new and fun. Artist, designer, author, and workshop instructor, Suzanne has spent a lifetime inspiring people to engage in artistic expression. Suzanne founded Design Originals, a publishing company dedicated to all things fun and creative. She is a designer, artist, columnist, TV personality, publisher, art instructor, author, and lover of everything hands-on. Visit her website, SparksStudioArt.com, to see events, books, and free YouTube demos.

Print ISBN 978-1-4972-0540-6

eISBN 978-1-6076-5921-1

Gelli Arts Printing Guide (2021) is a revised and expanded edition of Gelli Printing (ISBN 978-1-57421-913-5), published by Design Originals in 2014. Revisions include a new gallery.

COPY PERMISSION: The written instructions, photographs, designs, patterns, and projects in this publication are intended for the personal use of the reader and may be reproduced for that purpose only. Any other use, especially commercial use, is forbidden under law without the written permission of the copyright holder. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information in this book is accurate. However, due to differing conditions, tools, and individual skills, neither the author nor publisher can be responsible for any injuries, losses, or other damages which may result from the use of the information in this book.

INFORMATION: All rights reserved. All images in this book have been reproduced with the knowledge and prior consent of the artists concerned and no responsibility is accepted by producer, publisher, or printer for any infringement of copyright or otherwise, arising from the contents of this publication. Every effort has been made to ensure that credits accurately comply with information supplied.

WARNING: Due to the components used in this craft, children under 8 years of age should not have access to materials or supplies without adult supervision. Under rare circumstances components of products could cause serious or fatal injury. Please read all safety warnings for the products being used. Neither New Design Originals, the product manufacturer, or the supplier is responsible.

NOTE: Gelli and Gelli Arts are registered trademarks of Gelli Arts LLC who has provided permission for their use. The use of other products and trademark names is for informational purposes only, with no intention of infringement upon those trademarks.

2014, 2021 by Suzanne McNeill and New Design Originals Corporation, www.d-originals.com, an imprint of Fox Chapel Publishing, 800-457-9112, 903 Square Street, Mount Joy, PA 17552.

Library of Congress Control Number: 2020950286

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Printing with a gel plate is an intriguing process that results in beautiful, one-of-a-kind, hand-printed papers with amazing colors, textures, and layers. The materials are commonly available and acrylic paints are easy to use. It is simple to make monoprint artwork, colorful pages for art journals, greeting cards, fabric for quilting, and much more. The process is so-o-o much fun and the results are amazing. There is no way to mess up!

A gel plate is portable, making it easy to share your passion for creating exquisite papers with friends. Use it at home, take it to a workshop, or even take it outdoors.

Gel plate printing is an economical choice for beginning printmakers and students as well as anyone who just wants to try out the printing process. Just a warning, thoughthis art form can be addictive. Pull your first print, try another, add a layer, and soon youll never want to stop!

In this book youll learn the basics: information on supplies, how to get started, and the best techniques, like how to make colorful backgrounds, textured pages, multiple layers, basic borders, and masks. Youll see how to use assorted papers, stencils, found objects, texture tools, and stamps to create innovative, interesting, and practical works of art.

Youll also find inspiring projects created by talented guest artists. These projects and all the photos in this book are meant as inspiration for your own gel-printed papers and fabrics.

Once you get going, the ideas start flowing, and its really hard to stop. Enjoy the process, and come join the fun!

On the following pages is a collection of beautiful art made by gel plate artists from around the world. Each artist shares a little peek into what motivates their art and why they love using gel printing techniques. Take inspiration from their work and enjoy exploring and developing your own unique artist style!