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How to Prepare Photos for Gel Print Image Transfers

Laurie Trumpet 5,168 4 years ago
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In this video, I share my technique for choosing images, formatting them as high-contrasting images for gel plate transfers. I also show the images we format in action by pulling a few prints! Laurie Williams is a mixed media and alcohol ink artist. Learn more about Laurie Trumpet at https://trumpetart.com​ https://gelprollage.com​ Mixed Media Mad https://mixedmediamad.com​ #gelprint​ #gellpress​ #gelliarts​ @gelliarts @gelpress Supplies used in this demonstration include: Gel Plate 5" x 7: @gelpress https://amzn.to/3mcgmWa​​​ @gelliarts https://amzn.to/3cEcQAF​​​ Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paint - Mars Black: https://amzn.to/3cEKiag​​​ DecoArts Americana Craft Paints: https://amzn.to/3ucbUti​​​ Soft Brayers: https://amzn.to/3rFadmf​​​ @speedball Baron: https://amzn.to/3fs707j​​​ Staples Office Paper: https://amzn.to/3cDZh47​​​ If you want to print your own laser prints, you'll need to print with a toner based copy machine or laser printer. Inkjet prints do not work well in my opinion. Below are some laser printer recommendations: HP LaserJet Pro M15w (with genuine ink cartridge) https://amzn.to/2PL5Fxs​​​ HP Laserjet Pro M118dw https://amzn.to/3cEpM9J​​​ (with genuine ink cartridge) You can take your images and have them printed on laser at your local copy shop. Or have them make copies on their laser copier. Legal Information: Thanks for watching my channel! I am an Amazon affiliate and may earn a small commission from some (not all products that I recommend). However, I only recommend items that I use myself and have experience with. Additionally, this channel accepts sponsorships, paid insertions, and potentially other forms of compensation. Safety Notice: As with any art supplies, such as paints and chemicals, please follow all manufacturer safety guidelines. Any safety questions should be directed to the respective manufacturer. I'm just an artist using these tools. In my videos, I share my experience, opinions and my processes. I am not responsible for your health or actions.

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