Gel printing

Gelli printorgel printingis a modernmonotype, characterized by pigment transferuniqueness, singularity,non-reproducible printing plate, unlike for example linocut, silk screen or intaglio printing.
Gel printing uses a soft, rubber-like plate (so-called gelli plate) to create and transfer the image onto paper. This technique is very popular due to its simplicity and creative possibilities.) . This technique is very popular due to its simplicity and creative possibilities.Principle:

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It is also possible to make a gel plate at home using gelatin and glycerin. A homemade gel plate is not as durable (sharp objects are particularly dangerous), but it gets the job done. The paintings below were created using a homemade gel plate.

Monotype series “Silence”

Acrylic on paper, 2023

Monotype series “The Power of Thistle”

2022, acrylic and colored pencil on paper 21 x 30 cm (8.3 x 11.8 in)

2022, akrüül ja värvipliiats paberil 21 x 30 cm (8.3 x 11.8 in)