A Beginner's Guide to the Gel Plate from @boththingscreative!

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Please enjoy this crossover video from @boththingscreative! In this beginner-friendly gel plate tutorial, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the basics of gel printing. Whether you’re new to art or just curious about this versatile medium, this video will help you create beautiful prints with ease. Learn tips and techniques to get started, experiment with textures and colors, and explore how gel printing can open up a world of creativity. Remember, you’re already perfect as you are—and through art, there’s always more to discover. Let’s dive in! 📝 Comment questions below and download my beginner's guide (including recommended supplies): https://go.boththingscreative.com/gelliguide 💫 Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boththingscreative FAVORITE SUPPLIES: https://www.amazon.com/shop/boththingscreativejanedunnewold/list/13AFHL3WYIV3A?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d 📺 Chapters 0: Introduction 01:26 Supplies 5:49 Demo #1 Two Basic Ways Of Adding Design of Texture to the Gel Plate 8:23 Tip for Caring for Tools While Working - Aluminum Pan or Bus Tub! 9:06 Getting an Even Coat of Paint 9:45 Texture with Deli Paper 13:34 Pulling Our First Print with Matte Medium 15:50 Matte Medium Tip to Fix Print You Pulled Too Soon! 16:25 Demo #1 Reveal 16:59 Clean Up Tips 17:50 Is your paint beading up on the surface of your plate? 18:07 Tips for Thinking About How To Layer and Compose on the Gel Plate 19:28 Demo #2: Simple Masking 23:46 Pulling Second Print 27:17 What to do with your prints? Intro audio source: MusicRevolution Adobe Stock Asset ID: #521816621 📬 Stay Connected: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jane.dunnewold/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janedunnewoldartist * Website: https://www.janedunnewold.com * Email List: https://www.janedunnewold.com/community * Feel free to email me at [email protected] Thank you for watching! If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs up 👍 and share it with your friends. Leave a comment below if you have any questions or if there’s a technique you’d like to see next. Happy printing! Music Credits: * Intro Music: Sand In Hand by Motion Array Affiliate Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for your support! #GelPlatePrintmaking #ShellacInks #ArtTutorial #Printmaking #OptimistInks #CreativeArts Ready to start your gel plate printmaking journey? Let's get creative together! Press play and let the art begin! 🎨✨