Gelli plate- 8x10 size is ideal . You can purchase this on Amazon, Jerry’s
or Michael's
• Brayer-This is essential for spreading paint on the plate. 3 or 4in. is
good.
• Acrylic paints-Basic colors are fine. I have used regular, heavy body,
inks even craft paints on the plate. I will bring other paints and inks for
us to try.
• Paper- Be creative ! I’m a big proponent of recycling so think about
those bills and advertisements that come in the mail , even if they have
printing on them. I primarily use those along with copy paper, tissue
paper, brown wrapping paper etc. Again I will bring some different types
of papers for us to try.
• Flat bottom jar or baron- I use both and my hands as well. This is to
smooth down the paper on the plate.
• Found objects- anything that can make an impression or interesting
marks! Nothing too sharp though....
• Palette knife- a metal one is recommended. Look for 10-12 size.
• Matte medium- we will use this to adhere our papers to the substrate
and to create unique textures on the plate. I recommend Liquidtex .
• Botanicals- Since its winter time, we will need to look in our homes to
see which plants need a trim! Botanicals create beautiful textures on the
plate.
• Stencils/stamps- If you have them, bring them. I have many that I will
bring and we will be creating our own as well.
• Gloves- Optional item. We will get a bit messy!
• Old Magazines - if you hav them, bring them...we will experiment with
using them to Crete image transfers.