Printing on a Gel Press - how to line your paper up perfectly every time

Have trouble lining up your prints on your gelli plate? This video will help!
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[@juliepederson8468]

I’ve got to just say- your videos have renewed my energy for the gel plate. I had a friend show me her plate some years back . She told me what a person could do and, as a painter I was excited to dive in. It’s been a couple yrs and for the most part- I’d only see crafters and journal page ideas. I felt this venture wouldn’t go anywhere… then yesterday- one of your videos showed up on my KZbin stream. 😮 I couldn’t believe what I was seeing! An actual artist working on the gel plate! Someone who uses the plate as a TOOL - then paints and explores - THANK YOU! I needed to see that it’s not JUST something to create colorful designs on paper! ❤️❤️❤️

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thank you! I had the same frustration when I first started. There’s so much potential in the plate to do all kinds of monotype effects. I’m amazed more people don’t seem to use it this way. So glad it’s inspired you.

[@rebeccamd7903]

You really are a gifted artist. Each piece always inspires me. Thank you!

[@HeartstoneArt]

That’s so kind of you to say, Rebecca. Thank you!

[@jordancprice]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! Foam weatherstripping might work well to create that lip, too.

[@HeartstoneArt]

That's a good idea. I'll have to try that!

[@InHappinessandDistress]

Thank you for this trick! I am completely new to gelprinting and about to do my first so came upon your channel when looking for knowledge. What a beautiful print 😍

[@HeartstoneArt]

You’re welcome - and thank you!

[@carolbicknell9603]

Thank you so much!❤

[@HeartstoneArt]

You’re very welcome

[@pac2840]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Love your work and these videos are very helpful.

[@HeartstoneArt]

You are very welcome!

[@maureensmith4993]

Love this print. Thanks for the video.

[@HeartstoneArt]

You’re welcome!

[@hartr33]

Great instructional video. Thank you.

[@melissataylor5494]

Thanks for sharing. Excellent methods.

[@HeartstoneArt]

😘

[@fruhbisspattv5259]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful art with us, my friend. 🌺

[@HeartstoneArt]

You’re welcome!

[@CatherineSummerfield]

Good to know... great advice! Thank you for sharing... xx

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thanks!

[@edgardorozcocampos]

Gracias “CorazondePiedra” Eres una artista muy creativa. Te seguiré viendo.saludo,buen día!

[@HeartstoneArt]

Gracias

[@MaryGadsby]

I am so happy to have found your channel, thank you!

[@susanm7089]

Thank you! This was very helpful.

[@elainehilliard9508]

Thank you so very much for this tutorial!

[@clarisemason5527]

Thank you.

[@HeartstoneArt]

You’re welcome!

[@CandyceC54]

Fantastic

[@HeartstoneArt]

😬

[@loribeetler591]

Great information!

[@HeartstoneArt]

🙏🏻

[@magictrees101]

A tip that helps with moving plate. put a piece of paper under the gel and draw around it. then add the tape :)

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thanks! Good tip

[@whyducks1]

Stunning work and great tips

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thanks, Kathy

[@KathyBrooksArt]

Brilliant, and easy to. Thank you.

[@HeartstoneArt]

You’re welcome!

[@eun-sookkim50]

감사합니다 Thank you so much

[@nightlightparanormal7542]

Thank you! Both techniques help me enormously.

[@HeartstoneArt]

I’m so glad! Thank you.

[@minnahumble2294]

Good idea to use the tape! I really love the finished prints.

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thanks, Minna!

[@Barbara50nl]

Great video. Good tips and lovely work

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thank you!

[@pasqualebazin7964]

Merci infiniment pour votre démonstration très intéressante et plus qu'utile. Ainsi que pour vos créations et leur partage. Bonne continuation ! 😇

[@glittergrandma]

Very helpful. Many thanks. Brilliant use of the Washi tape. Great instructions.

[@HeartstoneArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@arvillamaedesigns]

So helpful

[@HeartstoneArt]

I’m glad. Thank you for letting me know.

[@rebeccamoore4177]

🎨🖌️❤️

[@HeartstoneArt]

😍

[@7834brace]

Love your work. You inspire me. By the way, please share what type of light ring you are using. Your lighting is spot on!

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thank you so much! I was using a custom LED panel for lighting (my husband works for a lighting company).

[@rolinkeandarnobremer2138]

I love your videos...it sparked my love for the gelliplate again. In some of your videos you're using tape on your paper, to mask it. What kind of paper are you using? I have tried lots, but most of them will ruin the paper, even when I have pre-taped them on my sweater or so...

[@HeartstoneArt]

I use either masking tape or washi tape - but I usually find it’s the paper not the tape that’s the problem. Two things you can try: Try pulling your tape so that the side of the tape that lifts first is closest to the paint and not the edge of the paper. It’s more likely to lift cleanly. Or Try warming your tape with a hair drier or heat gun before you lift it. It will soften the glue and make it less likely to tape. If neither works, change your paper for something with a stronger sizing. Arches watercolor paper or the Blick watercolor paper I use both work well with tape.

[@silverpromidi]

oh this was SO HELPFUL, I have a little round gel plate and have not been game to try anything as yet, but now I might. One question though, what do you use to clean off the paint from your plate? Thank you.

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thank you! I just use water for cleaning, but I also have a video on how I deep clean my plate if you want to check it out.

[@silverpromidi]

@@HeartstoneArt thank you, I will do that later today.

[@nangustafson8110]

Very helpful videos. Have you continued this series with applying/removing paint? New subbie.

[@HeartstoneArt]

I didn’t because I wasn’t getting the engagement when I first released this. I may have to pick it up again!

[@nangustafson8110]

Thank U. I hope you do some more. I love learning and trying new ways to do landscapes. Just discovered the gel plate and am exploring what it has to offer. Many thanks. Take care.

[@suzyredfern4851]

I also would love to see more in this series!

[@gila1959]

Hello line up your papers with registration tool .just seen it in another video here..

[@HeartstoneArt]

Thanks - yes I’ve seen those but I don’t have a ton of storage space.

[@ant11368]

I notice that you immediately use the plate again after cleaning it with oil. I thought that you had to wash it with soapy water before using it again. Does this not have any effect on the prints or the plate?

[@HeartstoneArt]

I did use a baby wipe to clean off the plate once. I then wiped off any residue with a dry paper towel. I haven’t had any effects on my plate or my prints because of this. The gelli plate is actually made with mineral oil, so it won’t do it any harm.