During this video I will share with you 3 Botanical Gelli Printing techniques to create stunning artwork. You will see as we progress through the video that I am layering my botanical print onto a pre-made background. Click the link below to see how I used the MESH texture to create my background print:
https://youtu.be/XZcUChfITVY
You may also enjoy my 'Top 5 Textures' video for more ideas on how to create Gelli printed backgrounds.
https://youtu.be/qlaOUbFRv-U?si=gBcvK7Gh3c7ISUkq
I have used Systems 3 Paynes Grey acrylic paint and prints are pulled on 160gsm cartridge paper.
0:00 Introduction
0:30 My stash of pressed botanicals
1:05 Gelli printing with a Fern
1:54 Pulling the first print (negative space)
2:27 Pulling the Fern detail on a pre-made background
2:46 Second technique, Gelli printing with Wild Carrot
3:50 Removing the excess paint surrounding the Wild Carrot
4:25 Using Matt Medium to pull the print
5:16 Peeling back the Gelli print
5:40 Third technique printing with a Fern
6:19 Pulling the final print
6:33 Final framed botanical prints
I love botanical Gelli Printing! I have created a botanical Homeware range from my Gelli Prints. Take a look at https://thebritishcrafthouse.co.uk/shop/clare-cosens-designs/
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