printmaking without a press with Linda Germain

that is great. Nice to be able to use the plate f...

2013-05-17T20:30:49.375-04:00

that is great. Nice to be able to use the plate for so long. thanks for sharing those methods with us. Happy printing.

Terri and Linda: I have been using the same gelati...

2013-05-17T15:25:34.158-04:00

Terri and Linda: I have been using the same gelatin batch since February. I don't freeze it, only put it in the fridge. I have developed a routine that I find most practical, after getting a non-stick baking mould and a tupperware big enough for the slab.
1. Make the gelatin slab (about an inch thick) in the mould and keep it in the lower part of the fridge in the plastic box.
2. Take it out to print and clean it when finished, with wipes.
3. Put the slab in the mould with the rough unused side down and into the regular (not microwave) oven at 350F for about 15 minutes, until it gets liquid again. This I do after each printing session. Clean the surface of bubbles, and after settling and cool again, in the box until the next session.
It only gets a little less after each time. Yesterday I added another batch to it for the first time, to replenish the thickness. It doesn't break or anything strange, except perhaps a little more bubbly and dirty, but works fine. I am very satisfied with this.

They look so cute! I have been using mine till it ...

2013-05-15T12:07:10.909-04:00

They look so cute! I have been using mine till it looks more like leather hahahaha But still works!
I enjoy your blog so much! Beautiful work

cool post!!!!!

2013-05-10T10:43:51.172-04:00

cool post!!!!!

Good question Terri. I usually do it 2 or 3 times...

2013-05-10T08:05:58.655-04:00

Good question Terri. I usually do it 2 or 3 times, or until it loses its flexibility or it falls apart after hardening. I play it by ear/feel. :) Happy printing

What a great idea! Now I'm wondering how many...

2013-05-09T20:41:08.767-04:00

What a great idea! Now I'm wondering how many times you can do this freeze/thaw/re-gel rotation with one batch of gelatine.

Linda, I just found the answer to my question afte...

2013-05-04T01:09:34.499-04:00

Linda, I just found the answer to my question after reading some more: you let it harden in the tray, then move it to the frig...aha!

Linda, I put a link on my blog to your videos and ...

2013-05-04T01:05:37.649-04:00

Linda, I put a link on my blog to your videos and blog. I have a question about after you pour the gelatin mixture into the cookie sheet....how do you move it to the frig without spilling it all over?
Mary

Oh yes, I see what you did now. You are right you...

2013-04-21T14:31:38.071-04:00

Oh yes, I see what you did now. You are right you can work with it right in the pan or tray. I don't cover the top until it has completely hardened, like the next day. And because I do keep the plates as long as I can, I cover the plate so the edges do not dry out. Happy printing.

I thought I would try that when I make the larger ...

2013-04-21T14:24:44.540-04:00

I thought I would try that when I make the larger plate but now rewatching it I see that you didn't put the plastic over the top. That is what I did, thinking I was protecting the surface while in the fridge. Might be a fun way to create patterns for different backgrounds though. I've just left my plate in the foam since it has sloping sides.

yes you are right It is hard to get the plastic wr...

2013-04-21T09:12:36.643-04:00

yes you are right It is hard to get the plastic wrap absolutely smooth. Did you put the wrap on the bottom to line the tray? Like in my quick video? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZZX5GM7m5o&feature=c4-overview&list=UUP72anTh8ZkibzISx2rLFeg

Thanks for all the helpful videos and tips. Finall...

2013-04-20T19:23:27.770-04:00

Thanks for all the helpful videos and tips. Finally made the small plate (foam meat package). Came out fabulous except that plastic wrap was not on flat so have some ripples in the surface. They leave some marks but doesn't bother me. Very cool. However, I'll remember to make sure the plastic is really flat next time. Also discovered using less paint to build on is better. Having lots of fun and getting the hang of it.

happy to share

2013-04-17T17:57:52.033-04:00

happy to share

Thanks for the info!

2013-04-16T04:32:22.004-04:00

Thanks for the info!

Just do it! You will enjoy!

2013-04-13T12:28:44.331-04:00

Just do it! You will enjoy!

Thanks for sharing, Linda. I always wanted to lear...

2013-04-12T12:55:53.797-04:00

Thanks for sharing, Linda.
I always wanted to learn this process.

yes there is a link to a above. Big wide hands an...

2013-04-05T23:02:48.090-04:00

yes there is a link to a above. Big wide hands and support the gelatin.Have fun

Hi Thanks for sharing, this blog is amazing! I am ...

2013-04-05T17:41:02.209-04:00

Hi Thanks for sharing, this blog is amazing! I am really looking forward to my first print! Have you found a technique for getting it out of the pan?

Excellent Jackie - go with the flow. It can be a ...

2013-03-24T07:51:35.922-04:00

Excellent Jackie - go with the flow. It can be a challenge to wait. I like to let mine plates harden in the refrigerator overnight. I think it helps. Share some pics on the flickr group or the Facebook page.

Thank you for all the advice and videos on your bl...

2013-03-23T14:43:19.806-04:00

Thank you for all the advice and videos on your blog. I had my first go this afternoon. My plate cracked and I am just about to try your microwave tip. I think I was too impatient and did not give it enough time to set, but fun results. I will keep going.

Thanks for this post... I have always wanted to tr...

2013-03-20T07:58:10.136-04:00

Thanks for this post...
I have always wanted to try this technique!!!!

I hear ya!! I tend to take over all space possibl...

2013-03-19T15:14:44.475-04:00

I hear ya!! I tend to take over all space possible!

For me I will use up any and all space available.....

2013-03-19T14:49:22.662-04:00

For me I will use up any and all space available.........I have a tendency to spread out whether it is in my teeny tiny studio or a big giant class space. The art comes out no matter where I am.........

tools are treasures too!

2013-03-03T09:17:16.352-05:00

tools are treasures too!

Great idea for a post Linda. The tools we all use ...

2013-03-02T20:24:01.495-05:00

Great idea for a post Linda. The tools we all use to make marks are actually art themselves!