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My nameâs Kirsten and I love all things abstract and gelli plate related! Modern art, especially abstract expressionism is my favourite genre, although the more I learn, the more genres I like. Iâve recently been loitering about the colour field videos on CZcams.
I share my successes, failures and ramblings. I try to make sense of the art techniques and above all, have fun doing so.
So, if you are an art nerd, a gelli plate fanatic and a fan of whiling away time improving at art, then grab a brush or a brayer and ramble on with me.
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Abstract sketchbooks tour and artist printmaker festival haul
#abstractart #sketchbooktour #collage
I visited the printmakers festival in Stirling university. I bought some cards and got some lovely paper.
Iâve been working away in the sketchbooks too, adding layers, patterns, collage and mixed media generally.
I spent a lot of time exploring shape and line.
I show the printmakers programme with all the artists listed with their contact details.
I hope you enjoy.
Kirsten đ»
I visited the printmakers festival in Stirling university. I bought some cards and got some lovely paper.
Iâve been working away in the sketchbooks too, adding layers, patterns, collage and mixed media generally.
I spent a lot of time exploring shape and line.
I show the printmakers programme with all the artists listed with their contact details.
I hope you enjoy.
Kirsten đ»
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Abstract art sketchbooks tour using mixed media
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 2KPĆed 14 dny
#abstractart #mixedmedia #sketchbook Iâve been doing a lot of work in sketchbooks over the last few weeks. Iâve applied to do a BFA (starting with HNC) at art school. I will need sketchbooks if I get an interview. Iâve used a lot of mixed media, collage, oil pastels, acrylic paint, kids paint, pencil, charcoal and more. This is a chat about what Iâve done, and the benefits of using a sketchbook...
Dangerous houses in East Kilbride: aftermath of the fire 9 months ago
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 434PĆed 21 dnem
#eastkilbride #derelictbuildings #buildingfire 9 months ago an accidental fire destroyed 6 houses. One is my parents. These houses still stand as one owner wonât demolish. @SouthLanarkshireTV @scottishgovernment @labourparty @ScottishParl
#gelypostcardplay 5 postcards using 5 techniques on the gelli plate
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 586PĆed mÄsĂcem
#gelliplate #abstractart #miniart Days 6-10 of the #gelypostcardplay challenge. I used polystyrene stamps, paper casting collage, hot glue gun stencil, sgraffito and texture plate techniques. I used gel plate, brayers, paint brushes, acrylic paint, paint brushes, matte medium, cotton buds, baby oil and more. I hope you enjoy. Kirsten đ»
5 postcards, made 5 ways on the gel plate #gelypostcardplay
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 565PĆed mÄsĂcem
#gelliplate #acrylicpainting #gelypostcardplay 5 postcards created on the gel plate using different techniques. Hosted by @CeriGriffiths and supported by @PMartistStudio @DarcysMixedMedia @EddieMakesArt @devonrex4 and many other wonderful channels. Create a postcard a day throughout July using a gel printed element. I aim to use a different technique for each postcardâŠalthough this could be dif...
Painting, sketching and chatting: what have I been up to?
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 428PĆed mÄsĂcem
#abstractart #sketchbook #artjournal Flip through of sketchbooks, some techniques Iâve been trying, finished paintings and some works in progress. Oh, and a couple of less than exciting gel prints (what is happening to me!!!! đ€Șđ). A wee chat about an upcoming show, water mixable oils and the future plans. I hope you enjoy. Kirsten đ»
Sgraffito on the big gel plate update: easier, cleaner method
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,6KPĆed 2 mÄsĂci
#gelliplate #abstractart #artjournal Iâve found an easier, cleaner way to achieve sgraffito on the gel plate. I think this is a better version than in my previous video: czcams.com/video/I_AGGWEtll8/video.htmlsi=zneWEUQ0nAo0wjUA I used gel plate, black and white acrylic paint, brayers, paper, cotton buds and baby oil. Iâm really happy with the dramatic block printing type effect this technique ...
Painting colourful abstract on the big gel plate
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 849PĆed 2 mÄsĂci
#abstractart #gelliplate #artjournal #acrylicpainting I have a new 16 x 20 inches gel plate from @GelliArts It is magical to work on top of. I decided it should be christened with a freehand painting in bright colours. Iâve recently been inspired by Gillian Ayers who paints the most vibrant, happy, intense and interesting abstract pictures. I used acrylic paints, paintbrushes, a brayer. I finis...
Mini collages using gel prints with a simplified approach
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 494PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#abstractart #artjournal #collage Iâm continuing my foray into collage. I decided to simplify my approach by working on small squares (I used greetings cards as my base). I limited the papers to 2 or 3 per picture. I used limited colours, adding green and red to subdue patternsâŠbut not hide. I used black and white to add contrast. I also used gel prints as the collage papers, scissors, ruler, p...
Collage art with painted papers and gel prints
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 350PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#abstractart #acrylicpainting #collageart I used card as the base for these collages (from product packaging). I used gel prints, painted papers as the collage papers. I used acrylic paint, pan pastel (a colouring pencil would have been better), gel medium (to glue). I created shapes with the papers. I created shadows, a colour palette, positioning and a finished piece with the acrylic paint. I...
Repeating patterns on the gel plate with stamps and pens
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 620PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#abstractart #gelliplate #collage I used 140gsm cartridge paper as I wanted to make some sturdier collage papers. I used linocuts, foam stamps, jumbo marker and acrylic paint pens. Also acrylic paint, beaters and the gel plate. I wanted some repeating patterns in a single colour on a white background for the project I have planned. Please note drying time for most pulls approximately1 minute I ...
Letâs make Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) using gel prints, paint and stencils
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 341PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#abstractart #acrylicpainting #miniart How to make beautiful mini artist trading cards? I used a gel print, cut into 2.5 x3.5 inches. I used cheap poster paint, acrylic paint, pan pastels, stencils. I also used a resist technique so i could add a distressed look to the cards. The gel print was made using hannemuhle paper. I do suggest good quality paperâŠor gluing your gel print to a sturdy pape...
Easy collograph on the gel plate using children board book
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 699PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#gelliplate #monoprinting #abstractart I made a collograph using a childâs board book page. The surface is easy to carve and shape. I carved a vase of flowers in a loose abstract style. I used acrylic paint to transfer to the gel plate. I painted with childrenâs poster paint to give transparent colours and a painterly effect. I hope you enjoy. Kirsten đ»
Acrylic painting techniques for floral abstract art
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 365PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#acrylicpainting #abstractart #flowerpainting I recently visited the botanical gardens which had a hot house full of cacti, orchids and other exotic plants. This painting is inspired by that visit. Ive included all processes and sequence of steps so you can follow along. I use techniques including a limited palette, creating texture, layering and negative painting. I used acrylic paper 16x20 in...
What happens when you combine graphite transfer, paint doodles and a gel plate disaster
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 684PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
#abstractart #acrylicpainting #gelliplate Graphite transfer to the gel plate is so easy!! I used different thickness of paints, plus water to create a variety of line work and textures. I had a failed pull from the gel plate which I rescued with matte medium and time!! I used gel plate, paper, 2b pencil, pthalo turquoise, lemon yellow, alizarin crimson and gold acrylic paint. Also silicon wedge...
Abstract art acrylic painting techniques: easy for beginners
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 697PĆed 3 mÄsĂci
Abstract art acrylic painting techniques: easy for beginners
Using colour theory to create abstract art from composition to final picture
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 697PĆed 4 mÄsĂci
Using colour theory to create abstract art from composition to final picture
Layering textures on the gel plate with acrylic paint to create painted papers for collage
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 899PĆed 4 mÄsĂci
Layering textures on the gel plate with acrylic paint to create painted papers for collage
Abstract portrait on the gel plate using a template and water mixable oils
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 412PĆed 4 mÄsĂci
Abstract portrait on the gel plate using a template and water mixable oils
Abstract art using watercolour and paint mediums
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 658PĆed 4 mÄsĂci
Abstract art using watercolour and paint mediums
Mark making and transparent collage papers with glue gun stencils on the gel plate
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,3KPĆed 4 mÄsĂci
Mark making and transparent collage papers with glue gun stencils on the gel plate
Abstract art on the gel plate: contrasting textures
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 507PĆed 4 mÄsĂci
Abstract art on the gel plate: contrasting textures
Quick and easy composition and mark making with trace monotype
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 761PĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Quick and easy composition and mark making with trace monotype
Abstract art on the gel plate: gestural mark making
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 654PĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Abstract art on the gel plate: gestural mark making
Acrylic painting and soft pastels: abstract landscape art full process
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 667PĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Acrylic painting and soft pastels: abstract landscape art full process
Create black and white gel prints to use for abstract art composition
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,9KPĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Create black and white gel prints to use for abstract art composition
Mixed media on gel plate monoprints to create abstract art: quick art journal tour
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 442PĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Mixed media on gel plate monoprints to create abstract art: quick art journal tour
Abstract art using a gel print, composition and elements of art
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1KPĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Abstract art using a gel print, composition and elements of art
Abstract art journal flip through:mixed media added to gel prints
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 819PĆed 5 mÄsĂci
Abstract art journal flip through:mixed media added to gel prints
Repeating patterns with play doh stamps on the gel plate inspired by Shawna
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,2KPĆed 6 mÄsĂci
Repeating patterns with play doh stamps on the gel plate inspired by Shawna
Intetesting!
Your work is great and it inspires me to get busy doing some of the same! Youâll do well with your art.
HoorayâŁïžI hope you enjoy the course immensely. Thanks for fitting the video into your busy days. Such a treat to see the wonderful cards and hear all about it. I love your books and how much variety you create with cut and painted paper.
Looks like a Tigerâs Eye gem đ
Hello Kirsten! > *waves from Vancouver* < First off, a big huge hearty CONGRATS on getting into the course you are interested in. Whew, what an accomplishement. Thanks for the flip through; I am quite taken with your collage vases with foliage and had to pause the video to go make a few myself. I sense an new collage obsession with these. (They kind of remind me of Helen Wells who is my current art crush.) All the best with your upcoming studies. Oh and wow for the printmaking festival... looks like I need to plan a trip to Stirling Uni for next year's festival. I've always wanted to visit Scotland.
Hi Apple đđ» thank you!! Itâs an HNC, live first year of a degree, although may need to repeat first year at university. I love Helen wells too. Sheâs unashamedly herself. I need some of those giant sketchbooks she usesâŠtheyâre definitely bigger than a3 I think, maybe not đ€ Printmaker festival was great. It was strange to meet social media people đ±đđ
Good luck with your course Kirsten ....you will do so wellđ look forward to hearing all about it đ
Hi Jennifer, thank you sooooooooooooooo much!!! đđ Iâm looking forward to sharing what weâve done as I wouldâve liked that over the last 2 years Iâve been trying to learn. Im sure itâs out there, itâs just finding the right words to search đ
Congratulations!!!! I am so happy for you⊠enjoy your new journey đ
Thank you Lydia!!!!! Iâm hoping to share so folk can get an idea and maybe help with their own self taught progress. đ©”â€ïžđ©”
Oh my, youÂŽre back! đ„ł Did I get it right, dear Kirsten: You managed to enroll in art studies? I am afraid, I got a bit out of training to understand your language. đ But: As I can see, you have been very successful making some very interesting art pieces in your scetchbooks. Will you be on youtube again more regularly or will you be too busy with your art classes? IÂŽve already missed you, my dear đ„°. Xo Britta
Hi Britta!!!! đ„°đ„°đ„°đ„° Yes, I will try be on more frequently. I did get into art collegeâŠI start in 5 days đ±đ„ł Iâm aiming for at least once a week, even if itâs just a round up of what we learned that week. I wouldâve liked that when I was trying to teach myself. I hope youâre well dear Britta â€ïžâ€ïžâ€ïž
@@quirkyqueens Congratulations, my dear!đ„ł These are really good news! I hope youÂŽll find, what you are looking for đ And of course I am looking forward to hear from you more frequently - how you feel, what youÂŽre busy with and so on. / I am as well, as I can be with a 72year old back and knees đ
Cool. Do you ever tear out "failed" pages?
Hi Mel, rarely, I tend to just keep layering and adding. Even with the oil pastels, Iâll pop a layer of mod podge or clear gesso on top so I can add to it.
Thank you so much! Excellent and interesting⊠best video Iâve watched on gelli plates so far! đđ»đđ»đđ» plus I could listen to your accent all dayâŠ
Hi Maria, thank you!!!!!!!!! I always thought I sounded harsh before CZcams, but I love it now. Itâs encouraging to hear itâs liked!! đđđ
Your work is so beautiful! I rarely comment on videos but was so inspired and impressed by your sketchbooks đđŒ
Aw BrookeâŠthank you!! They did the job as I got into the college I wanted. I start a week on Monday đ±đ„ł Iâve grew really attached to them too, I love working in them.
Wow I am so inspired by the style of your work! There's a real experimentation and your works are so beautiful and unique. Thanks for sharing!!
Hi Josh, thank you!!!!!! Thatâs so good to hear. Iâve been adding to the pages over and over the last few days. Iâm getting very attached to them, itâs kinda nice to be liking unpolished work.
Good demonstration and good idea. Thank you for inspiring me.
Aw Vivian thank you, apologies I missed your comment!!! The art whisperer inspired meâŠitâs great the cycle continues đ
Stunning. Thanks!
Thank you, sorry I missed your comment đ«Łđ
As a beginner, thanks for saying how long you wait before each pull - no one else really does that
Hi Veronique, thank you!! You will be a pro at it in no time, itâs a bit addictive!!
Brilliant videos to watch, glad I've found you. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge, so generous. Learned lots, can't wait to watch more.
Hi Jennifer, thank you!!! Iâm glad you have too. I like sharing as I get a lot of ideas and advice back too.
The gel plate is like sliced bread in the print art world! Thanks for sharing, this is awesome!
Hi Patti, exactly my thoughts too!!! I like trying everything on it. I love the sliced bread phrase, I use it all the time!!!
Hi! Top tip for your ring bound portfolios. I studied textiles and pages would be painted and samples added in Remove the spiral from the book, itâs easy with some needle nose pliers. Buy an A2/3 portfolio case to keep your loose pages in. When youâve completed your project theme. You can either feed pages back onto the wire spiral or you can use fabric, twine, wool etc to âsewâ the pages back together. left over pages can make another portfolio too! Removing all the pages means you can work all the way to the edge and the ring binder holes donât rip from constant turning, they can also be strengthened with extra paper, layer of pva or modge podge. I used tissue paper Iâd stamped on to add extra decoration to the page. Each A3 page would be split into nine sections to show samples. Use a rectangle frame to select the best part of your sample pieces. Add notes to talk about your inspiration source and how youâre developing your ideas while combining the sources e.g Charles RM and Africa. Work towards a final piece. In your case a piece of art. For each portfolio I worked on, I was given a single word such as reflection. You could interpret this anyway you liked. Itâs tricky to start, Iâd draw a mind map with a word in the centre. We would draw ideas from inspiration such as the sixties, (period) Charles rennie MacKintosh (artist) and African tribes (culture). These were my personal sources for one project. You could also use nature, flowers but look at them with different perspective, macro details, just the marks on petals etc. If you can combine all sources of inspiration together in a book youâve got endless designs to try in all kinds of media. Collage, print, felt making, batik, screen printing, fabric distortion on voiles and draw on faux velvet with heated nib. The BEST thing is you can work on several pages at a time, you donât need to wait for them to dry. I hope this helps. Iâd also recommend photographing , scanning, or colour photocopy the pages. I had a six month portfolio go missing from my tutors office. I wanted to leave from sheer anger, it was a very big test! Iâm glad I stayed. Iâve made a career from it! Good luck with your college interview, youâll smash it. Just take one large book or 2 smaller ones with your best work and notes. P.s, you can tie labels to the ring binder or sewn binder with extra samples and notes about the pages of developing your idea.
Hi Kelly, you are amazing. Iâm sorry I took so long to reply, but I didnât want to give you a generic reply!! Iâm so happy to talk to you. I have an interview tomorrow for an hnc that is affiliated to an art school degree. So keep everything crossed for me. I tried to find you on instagram using your profile name here but itâs hard to find. Iâd love to follow you on IG. You have given me so much info (Iâve screenshot to keep a record). You sound just as excited about art as I am. I had a look at your channel, but you donât have arty videos. Youâd probably get about 50 out of what youâve told me. I do plan to continue with CZcams when Iâm at college but probably in a more chat and show way, like a vlog with sketchbook tours type. Kelly, please let me know your IG or fb or TikTok (Iâve ran out of social media I know). I really like masks, Iâve got a few books (just cheap on eBay) so I can be inspired. Also Charles rennie mackintosh, Glasgow school of art, which is what Iâm aiming for next year!! Anyway, hope to chat soon and thank you so much again â€ïž
To share your expert knowledge in the way you have was a generous thing to do ..thank you. Curious Beginner đ
I absolutely adore this! It reminds me of the first time I had art class and we used coloured crayons to colour a sheet of paper then covered it with black paint. When it was dry we used lolly sticks to scratch off the paint to create a picture. The effect with the gel plate looks like a Lino printâŠ. How weird, as I typed about Lino, you said it! It would be nice to duplicate the design on Lino. It looks beautiful. Your art style is very similar to mine. đ
I knew youâd said about the similarities, I was looking in the other comment, thinking she definitely said that!! I found a cleaner version of this using cotton bud and a bit of baby oil. Less raggedy though. Iâve recently done some paper pulp making on top of linocuts. Unfortunately it dried more like an egg cartonâŠmore blending and water needed. I love colourful big rough art, Iâm currently obsessing over Amy sillman. đđđđ
I really hope youâre on IG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow - you are an art student now (a dime for the rime đ). Congratulations, Kirsten! đ€đ In my opinion you already know alot, but maybe the school routine helps you to develop your own style further. I hope you don't loose that playful spirit. Wishing you a good start - Mara PS: This is for your parents: †(stay strong!).
Hi Mara, 13 days and Iâll officially be a student. The excitement is like Christmas as a kid. I reckon at least a pound for the rime đđ). If I lose the playful spirit I will stop. I canât let art become a chore đą And my parents appreciate all the love theyâve received. I think the kindness of people has been the silver lining in all this for them. â€ïž
That was an amazing , clear and creative demonstration of so many things that we are all set to try a lot of methods of using gel plates straight away . Thank you for such an interesting and comprehensive introduction .We are a couple of older artists in Edinburgh ready for another of your videos. đ
Hi Mike, sorry for the late reply. I hate generic replies. I set time aside to properly reply, so it can be a bit delayed sometimes. Iâm in East Kilbride. My husband to be (in a month) is from Bathgate. I love the gel plate, I found painting and drawing quite daunting as it always felt like I was failing. I also think the gel plate has given me much more insight into abstract art (which is my preference to realism). Iâm starting an HNC in art this month and hope to get to Glasgow art school next year. We shall seeâŠ.im nearly 50 trying to prove dreams can come true đđ©”đ
Cool! I knew there had to be a better way to get the paint back off. I found water worked quite well too, which surprised me as the acrylic paint was dry, but the lines i made were a bit less clean than what you got with baby oil. Now i have to go find some and try again đ
Aw Nikki, I was just about to tell you about this one. Iâll need to try the water too. Some variety in lines and edges!! This is why I love gel platingâŠalways something new to learn. đđ„°
Goodluck Kirsten, theyâld be lucky to get you! đđđđđđđ
Thanks MachteldâŠI start in 13 days, but have an interview for my first choice tomorrow. So itâs happeningâŠjust where is to be decided!! Iâm like a kid at Christmas đđ±đ„łđ»đ©”đ»đ»đ»đ»đ»đ»
@@quirkyqueens so happy for you!! After your first career taking care of others (and all your kids!!) now to follow your heart is just beautiful and well deserved!!! Goodluck Kirsten and keep us posted!đđ
@@dailydoseofpaper I will. Iâm hoping to do kind of vlogs on what Iâve been learning so others can use it as a starting point (I couldâve done with this) â€ïž
love your unique way of using gelli plate. also your accept is lovely. Have you considered having music playing in background? There is quite a lot of dead time where we are just looking at plate and nothing is happening and you are not talking. Music would add a lot of interest.
Hi Lisa, Iâm so sorry for the late reply. I donât like generic replies, so I set time aside to reply properly. I have tried music and speeding up. Itâs hard striking a balance but this video was super slow!! Iâm starting art college in a couple of weeks
Sorry, I pressed send in error. So Iâm hoping to sort of discuss and explain what weâre learning in the hope itâll be helpful to people.
Thank you for the inspiring tour of your journals Kirstin. Good luck with your interview - wishing you the best đ
Thanks Yolande. I got into one college and have an interview for another tomorrow. Iâm very excited, although I will be very old in comparison to the others đ«Łđâ€ïž
@@quirkyqueens I am so excited for you! Age is just a construct đ
This is so inspiring. Did you say you have applied to art school? If so, I would eat my hat if didnât secure a place. My very best wishes to you. Great work.
Hi carol, apologies for the late reply. I set time aside to reply properlyâŠIâm not a fan of quick generic replies. I have applied, I got into one college and have an interview for a second one tomorrowâŠso your hat is safe!!!! This was really lovely to read, a confidence booster!! It feels weird to be taking in sketchbooks instead of finished paintings to be judged onâŠ. But at the same time it makes sense, like showing your working in maths!!!!
@@quirkyqueens congratulations on securing an offer. I hope you get the best college to suit you. My very best wishes to you.
These are really beautiful - the use of the mirrored transfers and how you have reworked them is lovely.
Also the labyrinth type transfers.
Hi E, thank you!!!!!!! I think itâs the gel plater in meâŠeverything needs to be experimented on as potential printmaking!! Iâm sorry Iâm so late replying. I prefer to set time aside to reply properly rather than a quick generic comment!
This is inspiring me to play in my art journals. Great art journals! â€â€â€
Thanks Darcy, Iâve really enjoyed doing this. Reminded me of the early days on the gel plate when book pages were flying everywhere and the tiniest mark was like âwow!!!!â đđ€Łđâ€ïžâ€ïžâ€ïž
The Great Hairy Willow Herb! I rewatched that video yesterday because I've recently gotten a set of alcohol inks. Thanks for this flip through, it's cool seeing the scope of your works and the one at 20:09 (the right-side page) caught my eye. I reckon it's a bit tough waiting for the art school decision and I'm hoping they see the same spark of curious creativity that we see. My fingers and toes are crossed!
Has there ever been a better name apple (apart from apple of course!)đ Iâve gotten into one of the colleges I applied to!!!! The other one is my preferred one as it gets you into second year of Glasgow art school. It will be a big change in lifestyle for me, gonna have to brush my hair đ±đ Iâll keep doing CZcams though, share stuff that Iâm learning. Maybe in a style like this video as itâs a lot less work.
@@quirkyqueens oh Kirsten, I am very happy for you. Look at you going after your dreams and making them happen. Wow.
I keep you in my thoughts and prayers that the right opportunity will present itself to you to pursue your art experience. You are gifted and talented. You will excel and I hope you receive an interview! Nice to see you and your beautiful and hard work.
Thank you Lydia, Iâll be the oldest art student in town hopefully đ€đ» đ I think of you too, itâs hard keeping in touch, especially lately with all the ridiculousness around my parents house. Itâs been a full time job trying to get that sorted. â€ïž
I am constantly amazed by the breadth of your design work. I enjoyed and learned from every page of these sketchbooks. Two pages in your yellow book, âthe tidy oneâ, that speak to me personally are the black abstract on brown paper (gel print, one pull) and the drawing of a âtractor or somethingâ done at The National Museum of Rural Life. Thank you for this inspiring and very valuable tour through your art.
Aw Mary, thank you!!!!! It was a combine harvester but I thought that would sound way too comical in a Scottish accent!! This is really lovely to hear, especially as Iâve not put as much on lately.
super good lesson. How long do you leave the impressioned plate to dry before applying the white. Thanks
Just the normal time for a general pull from the plate. Itâs hard waiting!! And thank you for watching đ
Agree with Eddie and all. Love to you, your family, and everyone who has happy memories of the neighborhood.
I immediately recognized the Art Whisper88âs style so Iâm glad you mentioned him (gave him credit)!
I credit him with opening up the gel plate world to me. Before I discovered him it was more of a single stencil approach. He made me realise you can make proper art on it. And heâs lovely!!
Thank you for sharing! â€
And you for watching lida â€ïž
I am very new to gel plate use and loved this video. I think your techniques are a fantastic way to show newcomers what can be achieved. I really liked the prints from the hot glue gun.đ
Thanks saalik!!! I like the fluid look of them. Have you watched art whisperer, I learned a lot from him. I hope youâre enjoying the gel plate đ
So sorry to see this Kirsten, i can not even imagine how that must be. I can only wish you and your family all the best and goodluck!đđđđđđđđ
This is terrific. I see all kinds of potential for drawing. Thank you for showing this. Iâm certainly going to try it on a smaller plate to begin with. I know some people add extenders and retarders to their acrylic paint. Sometimes my paint dries so fast that once I get the paper on it, it doesnât pick up well. Itâs very hot Here and I have had to turn off the ceiling fan to slow down my paint drying.
Hi Vivian, Iâm way behind due to my parents house situation. Have you tried water mixable oils in the gel plate? Iâve tried a couple of times. Obviously quite limited as you have to use an oil friendly paper if you want to keep it. But for experimenting, may be useful. Iâve only recently started painting with them, but I love they stay wet for like a day or more. I have mediums but sometimes I get a bit lazy using themâŠI donât know why đ«Łđ€·đŒââïžđ
Or block printing ink. I might try that laterâŠ. I struggle with the stiffness of it but I might put some medium in to see what it does (even if itâs not compatible, just for experimenting).
Brilliant video! Thank you â€
Hi Kari, thank you too!! â€ïž
Wow, I really enjoyed this.
Aw Lucy, thank you!! I just love abstract art, I want to get looser, I swing from tight to loose, depending on mood đ
Oh my, dear Kirsten! What a disastrous sight! You are so right to inform the public. I do hope you reach someone with this video, who can help!đ Xo Britta
Iâm jealous! So happy for you.
Aw evy, Iâm so behind Iâm sorry. Been campaigning to get my parents house demolished. â€ïž
I really enjoyed this video! Love you Girlfriend. đđđ
Love you too evy â€ïžâ€ïžâ€ïž
What an incredibly frustrating injustice. Eddie said it already but I'll repeat it - your family and neighbours deserve better.
If you were in the US someone would sue the guy to get him in line. I'm so sorry that you have lost your home and cannot move forward.
Hi Kirstin, I'm so sorry this is happening. Your family & neighbors deserve better. Shame on the govt for not getting involved. You & your family are in my thoughts.
What a jerk. Surely there are regulations that prohibit you leaving a mess like this?? It's not just an eyesore it's dangerous!
25:18 looks like a face emerging out of a wave.
Hi Amanda, Iâm sorry Iâm so late replying. Iâve been campaigning to get my parents house demolished!! I love you see this, I see faces and figures in everything!!!!
What a fantastic idea! đ Thank you for sharing đ
Hi arty, youâre welcome. Iâve tried it with baby oil on a cotton bud recently, much cleaner than having the paint blobs everywhereâŠbut variety is the best đđ„°
The sticky aluminium foil you will find in the stoves and chimney departments in DIY stores. My chimney sweep left half a roll behind last year, I need to use it! Thanks for the vlog.
Hi Lib, apologies for such a late reply, Iâve been campaigning to get my parents house demolishedâŠand itâs all consuming. Thank you for this because it is quite expensive on Amazon!!!