How to Create Beautiful Collage Papers With a Simple Gelli Plate Printing Technique.

Join me in my studio as I show you the easiest way to create beautifully textured papers to use in your mixed media art. We will start with the basics of a one and two colour print, and then add stencils.
You will see how easy this technique is. Be encouraged to create your own artwork, as I show you step by step how to create this beautiful paper.
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[@rochelledoblin5579]

My day has changed, I’m going to gelli print! Thanks!

[@FroyleArt]

Haha! That’s fantastic! 😘 cheers Froyle

[@sherryleggett1612]

Oh wow, what a fantastic stencil that frost one is!

[@FroyleArt]

So good! I just love it! 😘 cheers

[@kristinaandthegerman4554]

Greetings from your student from Nashville, Tennessee. You know the one, the one that you’ve been the therapist to? I decided to go through the rabbit hole and do the deep dive into your channel and go back to the beginning. I can see how much you have grown and progressed through your videos. Your first few were not as much as the “you“ I have grown to “known“ and adored. I can see you blossoming through this process of your channel. And it is excruciatingly lovely. I love seeing you coming to your own. And, of course, I adore your tutelage as well as your process. Peace and grace from your biggest fan in Tennessee.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so very much! 😘 You are absolutely right!! I have come into my own! I had to push past my fears of being me & it has been worth the challenge 😍 I really appreciate you taking the time to notice & watch my development & for being with me on this journey. Much love to you, 😘 cheers Froyle

[@sandyfitchcorbett1782]

You have inspired me to get a Gelli plate!

[@FroyleArt]

Oh you need one! Haha! I just love it! 😍 it’s so easy & a lot of fun! 👍🏼 you can just allow yourself to create freely 😘❤️

[@OneHope4Heaven]

Wow! How inspiring !!! They look like exotic middle eastern fabrics! Just beautiful!!

[@FroyleArt]

Oh yes they do! I just love it! 😘❤️

[@debbiec2663]

I love your channel. One of my favorites.. You sense of adventure is perfectly matched by your sense of humor!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers Froyle

[@kelleykudu]

Thank you for this;you are so kind and supportive.

[@FroyleArt]

I hope you have fun & create great art! Cheers Froyle

[@pennycandyys]

If paper has turned yellow it’s a wood pulp paper that has turned yellow from the lignin in it. Just because a paper is a watercolour paper, or even acid-free, doesn’t mean it doesn’t contain lignin. Look for cotton rag paper, or rice paper, or any paper with no wood in it for longevity. Lignin in any art supply will cause it to break down, turn brittle, etc, over time. This is an aspect of conservation. I love your videos, thank you for sharing!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! Cheers Froyle

[@LeighPogue]

I’m sad I just found your channel but happy at the same time. I had to sub to you. Looking forward to new videos and ideas.

[@FroyleArt]

Oh why are you sad? You have a few videos to catch up on! 😁 I can’t wait to show you some more 👍🏼 I hope to see some of your art, join me in my private Facebook group 😘 link in description

[@WGail]

Thank you for sharing! Love this. I definitely need some copper or gold ink. Love these color combos. ❤

[@FroyleArt]

You definitely do! 😍 Happy creating! 😘 cheers Froyle

[@LadyJaneG]

I have watched a ton of gelli prints videos and this is one of the best because you explained what you were doing as you proceeded...so many of the other gelli print videos are just speeded up so darn fast.. THANK YOU.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much, I just love Gelli plate printing! I am about to release a whole art class on this technique, next week! So make sure you lookout for the free lesson! Cheers Froyle

[@LadyJaneG]

@@FroyleArt subscribed!

[@tinagillhamevans667]

Love that it’s one of the best gelli plate tutorials I have seen. Thank you

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much, I enjoyed this immensely, I hope you get to watch a few more of my lessons! Cheers Froyle

[@stephaniemartel]

I love using stencils with my gelli plate! Deli paper is my favorite

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 Happy creating! Cheers Froyle

[@joycemaureroriginal8563]

So much fun!

[@FroyleArt]

It so is! 😘 happy creating! Cheers Froyle

[@beel8365]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, it's the best one I have seen, you make it easy for people who haven't even opened their gelli plate package yet. 🙋🏼‍♀️ I'm going to get started now, thank you for putting me at ease!

[@FroyleArt]

My absolute pleasure! This is one of the easiest and exciting ways to create monoprints, all the best with your creative adventures! Cheers Froyle

[@FroyleArt]

I am about to release a whole art class on this technique, next week! So make sure you lookout for the free lesson! Cheers Froyle

[@beel8365]

@@FroyleArt whaaaaat? You are amazing, thank you! Subscribed yesterday so will be sure to check it out. 💛🎨

[@63artemisia63]

It DOES matter which plate you buy. It’s best to use a name brand - Speedball, Gelli Arts, Gel Press. I know some European artists who bought cheap off brand ones to save a few $$. The plates pretty much disintegrated in about a week. Same with brayers since some work better than others. I used a Ranger brayer for a year and couldn’t work out why the paint didn’t adhere well. Signed up for one of Julie Fei-Fan Balzer’s gel print courses and took her advice about replacing it with a Speedball soft rubber brayer. Magic! My prints improved dramatically right away.

[@LynneWilliams101]

Thank you so very much for the inspiration. Your final pull took my breath away (orange background with purple stenciling). WOW!!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers 😍

[@marthahenrich1185]

Love this demo! Thank you! I am learning so much from you including letting go of my fear of failing and feeling everything has to be perfect.

[@FroyleArt]

Yes, you can do it!! Cheers Froyle

[@katiejosmith246]

Fantastic video and papers!

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! Cheers Froyle

[@annietwemlow9967]

OMG. I’ve never looked at gelli printing before. What a mistake. I am in love. Thank you for this inspiration.

[@FroyleArt]

Haha! And so it begins! 😆 It can become quite addictive! Cheers Froyle 😘

[@reinete4104]

Loved this. I have a Gelli Plate that I haven't used yet and now I am inspired. I prefer a hand-made wrinkled and imperfect look over machine like precision. It shows humanity and feeling.

[@FroyleArt]

I'm so glad you have been inspired! Yes, pull out that Gelli plate & dust it off! haha! I love the experimentation and spontaneous results from creating art this way. I have more videos here on KZbin that can help you, also if you want to watch the full art class, have a look at my classes on Skillshare - www.skillshare.com/user/froyle_davies All the best, cheers Froyle

[@sonyakampf4182]

I’m new to all of this and I absolutely love your attitude to it and how much fun you make it all. I look forward to creating new things ❤

[@FroyleArt]

Woohoo! That’s awesome! Welcome to wonderland! 😍👍🏼

[@PaulWalesArt]

Froyle -- you are simply a joy to experience! You maintain a light-hearted demeanour through-out every video. And create amazing results. Thank you for being you and for sharing yourself with the world. ❤from Canada...

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so very much! 😘🥰 thanks for joining me! 👍🏼 cheers Froyle

[@kendra8646]

That was so entertaining and easy to understand thank you Froyle!

[@FroyleArt]

My pleasure! 😘 you really should try gelli plate printing, it’s so much fun! 👍🏼😍

[@christinepigrem9511]

Wonderful collage papers. You give me confidence and not be afraid to experiment. Christine UK

[@FroyleArt]

That is just so fabulous! Cheers Froyle

[@suzannelee8909]

OK that's it. I'm getting a gelli plate. These are just tooooooo gorgeous!

[@FroyleArt]

Oh yes you need to! 😂 so much fun! Cheers Froyle

[@ahinpgh]

Colors that seemed too dark when you started but you’ve achieved fabulous results. No fear people! Thanks

[@FroyleArt]

Love it! 😂 thank you 😘

[@EwuskA28]

Beautiful 😍🤩

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you 😘👍🏼

[@angeladingwall5680]

Beautiful papers x

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@margokline7109]

I’ll e your work and I hope to learn enough before I buy the stuff to start printing

[@FroyleArt]

All the best, 😘 cheers Froyle

[@robinmurphy2563]

I really enjoyed this video a lot, waiting on my materials to be delivered over the next few days.

[@FroyleArt]

Woop woop!! Happy creating!! Cheers Froyle

[@TheCrabbyCrafterlol]

Ha!! Yeah- there’s homemade gelli plate recipes out there-BUT here’s the thing: the ingredients to make it- cost MORE than just buying the plate 🤦🏻‍♀️ I’m with her here- just buy the real thing and dive in 🤗 And, BONUS: the homemade ones--mold 🤢 If you’ve not bought one yet- buy a 12x12 - ONE plate that can do all sizes vs a small one that only does small prints. Less to store, more cost effective than buying several 🤓😎

[@FroyleArt]

Haha! I love it! Yep just open the pack & get going! 🤣🤣🤣

[@MsDee-ok8ej]

Outstanding!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 👍🏼😘

[@heidigrozier4401]

Just bought my first Gelli plate today. Can't wait to start creating Thank you for the great video. Learned a lot from it

[@FroyleArt]

Oh that is so very exciting!!! I would love to see what you create! You can join me in my private fb group 😍 cheers Froyle

[@nancycarr2524]

Stunning!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you 😘

[@feliciaboros4342]

I just appreciate you so much.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers Froyle

[@gilliani.4328]

This is an excellent geli plate demonstration and your papers are gorgeous!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! Cheers Froyle

[@KMoWearableArt]

At about 7:45 into the video and further on, the more interesting paper is where she cleaned her roller on the crumpled craft paper. Beautiful technique - thank you!

[@FroyleArt]

Yes, I love the roll off paper! I have used this in my collage paintings 👍🏼

[@KMoWearableArt]

@@FroyleArtYes, I'm certain you waste nothing! lol I love your paper and it gave me a lot of ideas for creating fabric designs. Very much appreciate all your videos.

[@FroyleArt]

@@KMoWearableArt oh that is so wonderful ❤️ I absolutely love to inspire creativity, I have been told my prints look like fabric designs! I love that kind of textural quality. Thank you for watching 😘

[@claudeonesime3463]

Quel joli rendu! Merci!

[@elsacorolleur1343]

Beautiful colors combinations! 👏👏

[@FroyleArt]

I just love these colours & textures xx

[@corneliabayley723]

Great tutorial, thanks.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for watching! 😘👍🏼

[@jannoliver1434]

Love this tutorial! I’ve been looking for some ways to do elegant prints as I’m a French country girl. This was very helpful thank you!

[@FroyleArt]

Your most welcome ❤️ I loved making it, all the best with your creative adventure cheers Froyle

[@anuiyer1927]

Amazing tutorial. Enjoyed it so much and of course learnt so much. Thank you for all thta you put out here that a beginner like me finds so inspiring to motivate and learn from. The colour choices were awesome and i could imagine some decadent and luxurious pieces of fabric with these prints. Btw are these acrylic paints?

[@cheryl7476]

Lovely StencilGirl stencil. Pretty prints!

[@FroyleArt]

This is such a great stencil, cheers

[@mariekirby7471]

Do you know the name of this stencil?🙏

[@FroyleArt]

@@mariekirby7471 Hi there, it's a Stencilgirl product, called 'Lace & Patina', cheers

[@mariekirby7471]

@@FroyleArt Thank you! Yes I found it. It is now in my collection!❤

[@tuthillg]

Beautiful and fun! TFS the inspiration!

[@FroyleArt]

So much fun!! Thanks for the love xx

[@ritaharker4466]

What a great video, I loved the sumptuous colours you used, very inspiring x

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you, I just love the creative process of Gelliplate printing!

[@debbiecorke7521]

Fabulous

[@dawnrussell4773]

Ooh these are gorgeous !

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! So much fun!

[@kerryloper6142]

Love your work!! Beautiful!!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘❤️

[@BlackDogDesigns]

Absolutely gorgeous, I found your channel through Ceri, new subscriber here 👋

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for subbing! How wonderful! Welcome! Cheers Froyle

[@rochelledoblin5579]

Gorgeous!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you 😘❤️

[@kathysausen6493]

Fantastic 🥰

[@FroyleArt]

So much fun! 😍

[@JillJesshope]

I’ve just discovered froylart and am rather overwhelmed by all the stuff on line, in different places. Could you give me a suggestion please as to where to start.

[@FroyleArt]

What would serve you best? Do you want to know about techniques? Gelli Printing? Collage? What do you currently enjoy creating? Cheers Froyle

[@jeannineosorio6566]

Just fabulous! Can't wait to create!

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! Cheers Froyle

[@joycemccullough7856]

Beautiful papers! Thanks for sharing this. 💖

[@FroyleArt]

My pleasure 😘❤️

[@deannakriesman7865]

Great tutorial!!! I always get stuck making the same type of prints I just need to push through!!

[@FroyleArt]

You can do it! Cheers Froyle

[@judithelder-mccartney1540]

Thank You. Love the Geli prints you made today.

[@FroyleArt]

You are so welcome!

[@thecheekynaildresser]

new subscriber ...your an amazing teacher😊! 😊

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much! 😘 cheers

[@gerriekaychurch658]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing🤗

[@FroyleArt]

My pleasure 😘 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pasqualebazin7964]

Génial ! Cela ressemble beaucoup à ce que je fais. Je vous envoie des photos à l’occasion….. Bonne continuation 🙅🏽‍♀️

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! I would love to see what you create, cheers Froyle

[@novafalcosmith]

Those are awesome 🤩

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘❤️

[@novafalcosmith]

@@FroyleArt love the gelli videos …. I love learning gelli art ….thanks so much for teaching us

[@FroyleArt]

@@novafalcosmith my pleasure! 😘

[@liliacambra7725]

that's beautiful. Is it possible to see how you've used these as collage in a painting please? thank you so much for sharing your ideas

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! 😘 have a look at my other KZbin videos or on my website www.froyleart.com cheers Froyle

[@Inahomi]

Obrigada por essa maravilhosa aula! Adorei.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you, cheers Froyle

[@jenniferprice9712]

Fabulous 💗

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! Cheers Froyle

[@theresacurrin6395]

Beautiful results 👏👏👏 thanks for sharing ❤️

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for joining me! 😘 cheers Froyle

[@sunshinegirl8214]

I haven’t used my GP in a while so maybe I’ll drag that back out now . Thx!

[@FroyleArt]

Pull that baby back out & breath some life back into it! 😂 let’s make art! 👍🏼 all the best, cheers Froyle 😘

[@kippytx]

So beautiful

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you 😘

[@kristinamullen4066]

Your prints are gorgeous and they look like textile samples.I want to try making some but need to get supplies.😘

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you, it really is very easy! You will love it once you start, all the best,

[@barbarasplan7107]

I would love to have one of that beautiful stencil with two designs on it. Do you remember where you got it? I love, love, love your tutorials. Thank you.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you so much. Its my fav from Stencil Girl products Lace & Patina - www.stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-lace-patina-jane-lafazio-p/l547.htm Cheers Froyle

[@blacksheeparts5083]

Could you link some of the stencils you use as I'm finding it hard to find interesting Art ones on line!! one in this video.

[@FroyleArt]

My favorite one here is Patina & Lace by Stencil Girl 👍🏼 I’ll find the link! 😘

[@sandyfranklin1123]

I’m curious why you didn’t try to get a print off the reverse side if the stencil after removing g it from the plate (rather than wasting that beautiful paint). Also wondering if you can combine steps 1 and 2 by placing a stencil onto the background immediately rather than waiting for it to dry between steps? I know I’m impatient! I’ve been watching your tutorials and video sessions and learning so much!

[@FroyleArt]

Yes, you can definitely use the stencil to stamp onto paper straight after pulling the print! 👍🏼 ( I do show this on another video, but this was my first one! 😄), yes of course you can place the stencil on immediately 👍🏼 I just like to build up a number of background prints ready to use! 😍 so glad you like the videos, thank you, 😘 cheers Froyle

[@SnoobyTOO]

Hello. Great tutorial. I really appreciate the thought that you don't have to be perfect! I was wondering what size of Gelli plate you're using in the video and what stencil. Thanks again.

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you, I use a 20 cm (8") x 25cm (10"), so it is the size of an A4 piece of paper. easy to use regular copy paper! My fav stencil at the moment is 'Lace & Patina' from Stencil Girl Products. All the best, Cheers Froyle

[@annefrazer815]

But never throw away the ones that don’t turn out. They can be used for other things, like with die cuts or cut into strips and used in collage. Great video!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you, Yes I love collage!

[@bonchauvin5744]

Hi there. What brand paint are those in this video that are iridescent…I want to try them?

[@FroyleArt]

I use a huge range! Liquitex basics & Golden iridescent bronze is my fav!

[@donnastevens735]

GORJUZ

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you! ❤️😘

[@ChapmanGriffith]

Love this tutorial. On your very first print would you happen to recall the Golden paint colors?

[@FroyleArt]

Hi there, I think it is Alizarin Crimson & Quin Nickel Azo Gold, 2 of my favs!!

[@minnahumble2294]

I enjoy your videos. Please name the paints that you put down.

[@FroyleArt]

Hi there, you can see them quite clearly in the video. I use Golden colours Quinacridone Red Violet, Nickel Azo Gold, Irridescent Bronze, also some Atelier Orange & a few other colours in the mix. I love the rich warm tones with the iridescent gold & bronze. Cheers Froyle

[@sandyfranklin1123]

Awesome tutorial! My biggest issue will be making the space for the making and the drying! I’m thinking about hanging the wet papers on clip-style skirt hangers on an over-the-door rack.

[@FroyleArt]

Give it a try! I know about the need for space, you just have to find a way, creative adventures are to be had! Cheers Froyle

[@pearlmacmanus7451]

I use a clothes area and peg the papers on that. It holds quite a few sheets of paper and they dry very quickly.😀

[@pearlmacmanus7451]

Clothes airer.🤭

[@joychip5994]

Lovely are you using a soft brayer or hard superb

[@FroyleArt]

I’m using a speedball rubber Brayer 👍🏼

[@melissapapantoniou1770]

Thanks for the inspiring video. I’d love to buy a gelli plate, do know where I can purchase one from in Australia? 💕

[@FroyleArt]

Australia has wonderful art supply stores, you just need to google it!

[@annadean8210]

Thanks for the video. Can I ask what paper you're using here?

[@FroyleArt]

Hi there, I’m using standard copy paper & Chinese rice paper. You really can use any paper that you have on hand. I have used hand made specialty papers, as well as cheap craft paper. Just experiment & have fun 👍🏼 thanks for watching 😘

[@minnahumble2294]

Yes we can use any paper, or paint, but as an instructional video it helps to get information on your materials such as paint, paper, brushes, brayers, etc. It also helps us if you keep your work in frame as you go.

[@minnahumble2294]

@@FroyleArt what What is the brand of rice paper? There are about a million.

[@carmenjones864]

Hi Froyle can you tell me the name of the StncilGirl stencil that you use cheers

[@FroyleArt]

Hi ya! Yep that is my fav stencil- ‘Patina & Lace’ cheers ❤️😘

[@ericyu5967]

Hi, the paper that your son sent to you from china is also rice paper which is used for Chinese ink painting

[@FroyleArt]

Oh yes I love it! ❤️ it is fabulous for gel prints 👍🏼

[@stargrannyavon]

What kind of paint do you use?

[@FroyleArt]

I use acrylic paint, full body or fluid, Liquitex & Golden mostly, cheers Froyle

[@illustratorkarina923]

ehat paaint is that? thank u

[@FroyleArt]

Sorry I don't have translation on my comments?

[@janefrost4310]

What is that gorgeous stencil you use here?

[@sabinecuppers]

Thats what i wAnt to know to. ❤️🍀

[@FroyleArt]

Hi there, my fav one at the moment, a Stencil Girl stencil, 'patina & lace', so beautiful!

[@sabinecuppers]

TY, I have to find out where i can buy it in Holland. Have a nice day. ❤️🍀

[@FroyleArt]

@@sabinecuppers I bought it online from StencilGirl Products, here is the link, I hope this helps, I absolutely love this stencil - www.stencilgirlproducts.com/searchresults.asp?Search=patina+and+lace&Submit=

[@morningdewgarden7432]

If you stand your paint up it won't squirt you every time you open it, lol.

[@FroyleArt]

Thanks for the tip! 👍🏼 cheers 😘

[@63artemisia63]

You wouldn’t have so many wrinkles if you used the larger roller. It’s more compatible with your large plate and, since it’s the back of the print, it doesn’t matter if you get paint on the paper. This video proves the point that gel plate printing “ain’t rocket science.” Bang your brayer into your plate any old way (2.) Instead of trying to roll out your paint evenly or mix two colors smoothly so your prints aren’t splotchy, why not sort kinda, half-ass slap it on and call the result a “background.” Why make an effort? That would be “stressy.”

[@FroyleArt]

Hey Lynn, that was exactly what I was trying to achieve. I absolutely love the splotchy style, the prints look like abstract paintings. The vid is part of a much bigger collage project that I was working on and the background gelli prints worked perfectly. It's only one way to approach the gelli plate, not the only way, cheers

[@63artemisia63]

FroyleArt You should say all that in the video, not to me. My point is that creating without fear doesn’t mean creating without care.

[@myrapatinart]

@@63artemisia63 if you think you know so much and so much better, why don't you make your own videos instead of arguing with Froyle. This is just an absolute introductory basic video. She has many many more that show in more depth techniques. You're just being rude

[@JaneLaFazio]

Cool! That’s a stencil I designed for @stencilgirl !

[@FroyleArt]

Oh man I just love it! 😘 thank you! 👍🏼 cheers

[@gogo-word]

Gorgeous!

[@FroyleArt]

Thank you!