Opaque vs Transparent Layers in Gel Printing-Tutorial Tidbits

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For this week’s Tidbit Barb and I are back in Sedona playing with the gel plate. Successful gel printing is all about the layering. Barb works with Amsterdam acrylic paints, so she did some research on the symbols they use on their tubes to indicate each color's level of transparency, which she explains very clearly and completely.
I will show you how and why this information (of any paint brand) matters when you are creating layered gel prints.
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[@hellena1963]

Thank you so much for these videos. I want you to know that YOU have helped me DISCOVER the world of layering and the BEAUTY of combing patterns to make some truly unique. For as long as I remember I was that person who stayed away from "busy" designs. I now know through watching just about ALL of your videos, that it's about selecting the RIGHT colors, opacity, transparency and designs to create a harmonious design. I've already got your paper and some of the inks. This month is my 60th birthday and I'm going to gift myself some of your beautiful STENCILS and masks. My goal is to incorporate these designs into my art - making everyday home decor items beautiful with art. YOU ARE MY DESIGN DIVA!!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh my goodness thank you for this kind message and for taking the time to write. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! The process of art is so joyful, I’m glad to have been able to encourage you to explore the combination of patterns and layers! 💕

[@sheilacym]

Happy 60th ….and ENJOY !! 🎉🎉🥳🥳🤗🤗

[@cassiewarne6734]

So glad I came upon you two lovely ladies. Explained beautifully the differences of opaque, transparent, semi-transparent etc, and how to layer. I now understand exactly where I was going wrong. I can’t tell you how frustrated I was with all the disasters I was creating. Hopefully, a thing of the past… 😃

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

@@cassiewarne6734 that’s great! So glad you found us and I hope it helps your gel printing

[@annajavier5712]

That was a wonderful tidbit I pretty much knew the information, seeing it done and thinking of value can make a difference in the final print. I have so much play time ahead of me when the holidays come and I can rest up to play. Thanks so much this was a really great video.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My sincere pleasure, hope the holidays give you lots of time to be creative!

[@brendadoyle643]

Thank you - so informative . You are a great teacher as well as a great artist.!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure! Thanks for joining me here

[@trinapatterson8872]

What a great explanation!!! Sometimes it’s hard when a brand doesn’t give you any indication of what the paint is, so barbs charts are worth it for something’s

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sheilacym]

I think there is a chart somewhere online that gives the transparency /opacity of every colour……try putting in a search for it online and see what comes up. When I first found it, I remember thinking ‘Wow”……this is just the perfect info that we all need….but I didn’t save it. I am sure you will be able to find it tho’ . It’s definitely much more helpful when the manufacturer puts the symbols on the paint.

[@joychip5994]

It’s great to get a better understanding I think we need more videos like this one thanks to you , you work great together ❤❤❤

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Awesome! We do try.

[@rebeccaknapp1490]

Elizabeth, the print you made for this video is dazzling as are so many I've seen but this one really got to me. Love it! I don't comment often but watch every post on KZbin. 🌝🎨

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks for taking the time to comment this time! I appreciate it so much. Thanks for watching Rebecca

[@krisb7547]

This has been the MOST helpful video! Thank you. ❤

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Our pleasure! Glad it was helpful

[@juliepinette560]

Finally an explanation of why some of my prints work ( by accident) works and others fail!, Thank you!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

There you go! It’s important to understand. :)

[@Maria-k0]

I’m really enjoying and learning from your videos, thanks a bunch wish I had your sunshine! From a cold, 🥶wet UK 😊

[@sheilacym]

Hello from the same cold and wet UK 🤪🤪😂😂 Have you ever been to Arizona ? It is always hot and very, very dry there.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Glad you like them! Hang in there, the sun will be back soon

[@sheilacym]

YES !! YES !! YES !! Thank You , Elizabeth !!! 🎉🎉💕💕🤗🤗 This video about the theory / explanation of the transparency and opacity is so helpful and just what I have been hoping for ! I remember writing to you a few months ago with this very same question (after having purchased your book )and you did reply….BUT this video really does spell it out so brilliantly !! Perfect !! 💕💕🤗🤗

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Fabulous! I’m very glad. :)

[@janecrisci2658]

This was such a great video! Thank you for taking the time to educate us and validate my next Joggles purchase!!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure! I’m so glad you enjoyed it

[@blue.orchid.coaching]

Love learning from the masters! Thanks a bunch for these videos!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Our pleasure!!

[@foofyastralpunk5875]

It's giving Thelma and Louise vibes, you two are so beautiful. Im in love with you two.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Awe you’re amazing! Thanks

[@lasvistasatitlan]

Brilliant! Invaluable tips. Thank you as always.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure! Glad you liked it

[@lindaroane4306]

This was so amazing I hope tour teaching methods are same as I will be following😊

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thank you so very much

[@lindablackerby9819]

Hugely valuable video. Thank you!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure! Thank you for being here

[@judygrandstrand9784]

So beautiful

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!

[@taketimetoseait396]

Good job 😊 Ann, Florida fan

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much, from California!

[@user-ui6op9ut4y]

These are lovely

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks Mary!

[@bonnietiglio481]

Thank you! This video is very informative! Just found your channel recently. Love your style.😊

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Yay! Thank you! I’m glad you found me and thanks for the compliment

[@mjmjacqueline8397]

Thank you, so useful ❤

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Awesome! My pleasure

[@evypetre949]

Good morning!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Morning! Sorry I missed you, I was traveling

[@GekkeSiamees]

Hello from Belgium

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Hello! I was traveling today. Thanks for being here

[@ellengoodloe9786]

great video as always! For the longest time, you used the golden fluid acrylics on the gel plate. How do these compare; what are the differences and when would you use golden over the ampersand or vice versa?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Golden are much better, professional quality. I prefer them and they are what I use. But, they are not in the budget for some people.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Fluids dry faster and apply thinner

[@guyhiebert]

Who does not love Teal Teal L C

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Yes!!!

[@lindseywarren44]

Hallooooo, darlings! Great vid. Love the two of you! And what a lovely location! I've a question, please? I was gifted some alcohol inks recently. I love to use them on the gel plate. But these inks are a wee bit different than the ones I have used before and I've noticed they don't dry quickly at all. They are gorgeous, but a wee bit sticky. I've seen YT shorts showing an artist using a heat tool (blow dryer?) on her plate before she pulls. Would you recommend that, please? I've a blow dryer and a heat gun. The gun gets quite hot and I am hesitant to use it. Might you have any advice, please? I'd appreciate it. Thank you so much for the continued inspiration and fun! Much love and bless xoxo

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Hi Lindsey! I have never used alcohol inks in any capacity, so I really can’t advise you on this. I also have not used heat on the gel plate either. So I’m not sure what to suggest.

[@lindseywarren44]

No worries! Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I appreciate you! 🥰@@ElizabethStHilaire

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

@@lindseywarren44 my pleasure! I hope you sort it out!

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

"It's not a college course." 😂

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

It could be! :)

[@zanredcrow9769]

Where can I get that large opening stencil

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Links to all supplies are below the video

[@debbieweicht3139]

Good morning!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Morning! Happy Friday