Gelli Printing to Finished Art

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  • Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
  • Hi All ~ Happy Saturday ! Today let's work with creating Gelli printed backgrounds through to finished art, using some of my new Stencils, mark making and intuitive scripting, along with some really cool products in a new background technique...Enjoy!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 131

  • @hollyhudspeth3980
    @hollyhudspeth3980 Рік тому +3

    I just found you. You are an awesome teacher. I love your work.

  • @evetei
    @evetei 3 роки тому +3

    Queen of gelli printing, yay!

  • @carollenolin7249
    @carollenolin7249 6 місяців тому +1

    It just sooooo beautifull!!!! thanks you

  • @nanviolet4933
    @nanviolet4933 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic! Congratulations. ..and thanks for share!

  • @bmf1949
    @bmf1949 Рік тому +2

    The French word ‘nacre’ means mother of pearl

  • @deborahcoram6793
    @deborahcoram6793 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for breaking it down! ❤

  • @marymckinstry5916
    @marymckinstry5916 3 роки тому +2

    Nacre (the paint color you showed at start of video) is the name for the iridescent color on the inside of white shells.

  • @martymace9139
    @martymace9139 2 дні тому

    Thanks so much for sharing.

  • @StonewallArabians
    @StonewallArabians 3 роки тому +1

    just found you yesterday. WOW! I love your work and feel that I am about to learn something new. I am 67 and have been making art and crafts my whole life, sofor me to find someone as refreshinh as you is something.

  • @parisnchristlove
    @parisnchristlove 3 роки тому +4

    Omg, these are beautiful! I’m a new subscriber - where’ve you been all my life, girl? How have I missed you? Well, I think I feel. Robyn McClendon UA-cam marathon coming on! Thank you for sharing

  • @cherylalikhani5957
    @cherylalikhani5957 3 роки тому

    Glad I accidentally clicked, can't wait for future videos.🌞🌷🦋🧸❤️

  • @nancykahn4125
    @nancykahn4125 3 роки тому +3

    Yay yay...it's Saturday 😎

    • @sueevans4110
      @sueevans4110 3 роки тому

      I so agree, will be playing all week

  • @lynnsmith2444
    @lynnsmith2444 2 роки тому +3

    As a former faux finish painter, I love this!!! You’re amazing Robyn!

  • @cherylalikhani5957
    @cherylalikhani5957 3 роки тому

    Glad I accidentally clicked, can't wait for future videos.🌞🌷🦋🧸❤️
    I love your stencils.

  • @annevanderlaan6441
    @annevanderlaan6441 2 роки тому +1

    Your hands are so beautiful!

  • @sueevans4110
    @sueevans4110 3 роки тому +4

    I enjoy watching your classes over and over going back years so enjoyable.

  • @suzieq23ify
    @suzieq23ify 3 роки тому +2

    This video is so so interesting. I learned a lot. Thank you

  • @marnibowen7286
    @marnibowen7286 2 роки тому

    I love how happy you seem. It makes me want to go try this right now.

  • @MsYiara
    @MsYiara 2 роки тому

    Excellent video Robyn. Thank you so much for sharing 🙃

  • @debbie115
    @debbie115 Рік тому

    Another amazing tutorial! TFS 🤎

  • @viviendockerty5822
    @viviendockerty5822 Рік тому +1

    Nacre means Mother of Pearl.

  • @margaretcrosby3490
    @margaretcrosby3490 3 роки тому +4

    This framing method is genius! Thanks, Robyn!

  • @sueevans4110
    @sueevans4110 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your Saturday slot on you tube. You have helped me so much during this dreadful time we are all going through.

  • @dttttt
    @dttttt 3 роки тому +2

    Oh my. I love what that spray does! I have been obsessed with using the gelli plate to make the old walls I've seen while traveling. Salmon & ochre Moroccan, Jaipur pink, "San Miguel colors." Ironically if that happened to the walls in my house, I'd be very upset. LOL. But it's gorgeous on paper, and on buildings where it's supposed to be like that.

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому +1

      hahahaha so true old walls on buildings! Ahhhhhh San Miguel one of my fav towns so many wonderful color palette inspos!

  • @elizabethradford4909
    @elizabethradford4909 3 місяці тому

    Hello from UK! Would love to get the Stainz but shipping from US too expensive. But going to play with the products I have. Your videos are inspirational. Thank you.

  • @ellenmasters9178
    @ellenmasters9178 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your great methods! Love watching your process.😘

  • @kathybell8037
    @kathybell8037 2 роки тому

    Love this.....thank you for the framing trick ! !

  • @megbreiter6314
    @megbreiter6314 3 роки тому

    LOVE, Love, love this!!!

  • @elsgussenhoven1727
    @elsgussenhoven1727 Рік тому

    Wauw !! 👏👌👍🇱🇺💓

  • @marshaegan4316
    @marshaegan4316 3 роки тому

    I’m doing this now I watched this awhile back and using in my art

  • @sharongrace3626
    @sharongrace3626 3 роки тому +2

    I recently commented that I struggle with making my prints look like finished art and not just a background so this is really helpful for me. Thank you Robyn!

  • @angeladingwall5680
    @angeladingwall5680 2 роки тому

    Brilliant work as ever x

  • @rajaal-taqi8122
    @rajaal-taqi8122 3 роки тому +10

    I was so happy to find you in 2014, I knew you were a genius then and now. I really enjoy that you love what you do well...and truly love the game of art and life. May your talents flourish.

    • @taylorharlem4932
      @taylorharlem4932 3 роки тому

      i realize it is quite off topic but do anyone know a good place to watch new series online ?

    • @breckenenrique8952
      @breckenenrique8952 3 роки тому

      @Taylor Harlem flixportal xD

    • @taylorharlem4932
      @taylorharlem4932 3 роки тому

      @Brecken Enrique Thanks, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) I really appreciate it !

    • @breckenenrique8952
      @breckenenrique8952 3 роки тому

      @Taylor Harlem No problem xD

  • @elizabethhanks8301
    @elizabethhanks8301 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing Patti Pockets. Mine just arrived and I can't wait try on the Gelli Plate. Love the scripting, E

  • @michaelstrange523
    @michaelstrange523 3 роки тому

    I learned so much from watching this video! Thank you so much, this is wonderful!

  • @fernstew
    @fernstew 3 роки тому +1

    You never fail to inspire and encourage me..
    .I am very interested in Stanz by Patty Pocket. Have a glorious Sunday

  • @sashahedges1508
    @sashahedges1508 3 роки тому +3

    Robyn, hope you are well. Thankyou so, so much for my prize of the Arteza metallic paints. I can’t wait to try them. This is a great video, Thankyou.xxx

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому +1

      Yaaayyyyyy! So glad your received them....Enjoy! And Thank you for supporting my channel :)

  • @shirleymccullough2515
    @shirleymccullough2515 3 роки тому

    What fun and the framing … ok that does it !! Thank you Robyn !!

  • @gawieber
    @gawieber 3 роки тому +2

    Absolutely fabulous tutorial! Looking forward to using my stencils by you on the gel plate too. Thank you!

  • @Engelhafen
    @Engelhafen 3 роки тому +2

    Nacre is also an eng,ish word snd it is mother of pearl - buttons are often made of this material

  • @wwcreations1
    @wwcreations1 2 роки тому

    For mat framing, Use a larger one and then cut it at top left and bottom right, so that you can adjust the size to what ever you need. I use a neutral grey one so that it can help with lights and darks.

  • @debbiegarland7124
    @debbiegarland7124 2 роки тому

    Love your taste

  • @brendacollinsdeeks7268
    @brendacollinsdeeks7268 2 роки тому

    Robyn I would love to get your scribble stencils but shipping to Canada is incredibly expensive …triple the price of the item… even though the stencils are so thin and light! 🥺 I still enjoy your videos though. Thanks so much for sharing your talent.

  • @cindybell3227
    @cindybell3227 3 роки тому +1

    You're a good salesperson, I just ordered some Stainz to play with.

  • @kyleoliver9538
    @kyleoliver9538 3 роки тому +1

    Love the results you're getting combining these stains, oh my! I just ordered some of Patty's Stainz for myself. Thank you for sharing what you are learning with the rest of us. Gorgeous pages as always!

  • @Foofie2005
    @Foofie2005 3 роки тому +1

    Just Beautiful ✨ ✨ I’ve never tried this art form but want to start after finding your channel! You are so enjoyable to listen to and your explanation of the process is easy to follow. Thank you, Stacy

  • @rlturnerdesigns
    @rlturnerdesigns 3 роки тому

    Robyn i am in love with these looks.

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому

      I'm so glad you love them! I can't get enough of experimenting on my Gelli plate always something new to discover xo

  • @christineandersen1220
    @christineandersen1220 3 роки тому

    Stunning!! Love your techniques!!

  • @margaritakimak65
    @margaritakimak65 3 роки тому

    Never thought to use a matt board frame to find a focal point. Good idea

  • @ShoshiPlatypus
    @ShoshiPlatypus 2 роки тому

    Absolutely gorgeous... I came here recommended by Froyle who is constantly singing your praises and I can see why! I am in the process of designing my own script stencils/printables with both Oriental style and stacked journaling, as well as some miscellaneous large background stencils - a lot of work on Inkscape but well worth it! I am new to gel printing and just love the effects that you and Froyle are getting with this exciting method. New subscriber!

  • @dinieherbert
    @dinieherbert 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Robyn, I love it, now off to spending money on the stain and Tim Holtz sprays! Have a beautiful week.

  • @ralphzaionz4029
    @ralphzaionz4029 3 роки тому +1

    Great video Robyn❤️ running up stairs to my studio right now to try this gelli printing out. Thanks for everything. Ps love your stencils.Annie

  • @idreamofreniedesigns1416
    @idreamofreniedesigns1416 3 роки тому

    Nacre = mother of pearl

  • @michellebrooks8005
    @michellebrooks8005 3 роки тому

    Gorgeous effects. And oh my, the tattered rose with the pewter is a fab combination. Love your stencils too. xx

  • @Missladylocs
    @Missladylocs 3 роки тому

    Robin, thank you for this video! I have been waiting for this topic! I am also patiently waiting for my stencils to arrive.

  • @christineandersen1220
    @christineandersen1220 3 роки тому

    Love this so much, I could watch you all day! I bought some of that Stanz and it works beautifully! It is a brilliant product. Take care.

  • @megsgonnamake
    @megsgonnamake 3 роки тому

    This is so exciting..I am on my second bottle of STAINZ and I love it! I have not used it on my gelli plate ..what a great idea! I am so stoked..stayed up printing your gorgeous papers all night (lol) and I am so excited to finally make a gorgeous journal for myself ...You are so inspiring, Robyn...TFS such amazing ideas with us. Happy New Year! xx

  • @sueevans4110
    @sueevans4110 3 роки тому +2

    Maybe one day you will be able to come over to the UK and we could all meet up and play in your workshop let's hope x

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому +1

      I'm hoping my friend, I will definitely make that happen! :)

  • @barbaraperna5536
    @barbaraperna5536 2 роки тому

    😊

  • @Vonnies1929
    @Vonnies1929 3 роки тому

    Wow

  • @lilly-millymakes169
    @lilly-millymakes169 2 роки тому

    love this and tried with the things I have. No way of getting the Stainz here in the UK, postage is more than the product 😒 But did get some impressive results. Thank you for sharing.

    • @ShoshiPlatypus
      @ShoshiPlatypus 2 роки тому

      I'm in the UK too. Can you tell me what you use instead of the Stainz? I am new to gel printing and very keen to achieve some of these effects - love the distressed old wall look!

  • @jennygee9849
    @jennygee9849 3 роки тому

    beautiful backing...would look good with a silhouette too...maybe a tree?

  • @dfrost6573
    @dfrost6573 3 роки тому +12

    Love it! I believe “nacre” is what the coating of a pearl is called...?

  • @potho21
    @potho21 3 роки тому

    NACRE, would be "mother of pearl"

  • @wednesdayschild3365
    @wednesdayschild3365 3 роки тому

    Just found you and your work is very inspiring. Thank you xx

  • @suzyallen1726
    @suzyallen1726 2 роки тому

    😃

  • @DebKiwi
    @DebKiwi 3 роки тому

    Wonderful video, Robyn! I especially love the blurred, painterly effect of the stenciling on the tissue but everything you show is awesome. I just ordered a jar of the Stainz by Patty Pockets and will order some of those other supplies you recommended. Happy New Year! xox

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Debs yes I’m a real fan of using the tissue papers 😊 Happy New Year to you too🎊

    • @DebKiwi
      @DebKiwi 3 роки тому

      @@RobynMcClendon, you are the reason I’m currently obsessed with printing on tissue! A few more weeks and I’ll be back at the gelli plate...actually, I’ll probably give it a try with my typically uncoordinated left hand today...why not?

  • @NicoletGroen
    @NicoletGroen 3 роки тому +2

    Hi, Robin! I loved your video but I am in the Netherlands and am wondering if there is an alternative for Stainz that would be available in Europe.

  • @ritastern2949
    @ritastern2949 2 роки тому

    Also, I understand from some of your admirers, you’re their guru. I am fairly new to Gelli printing. If you can solve my biggest obstacle, you will be mine. I have watched many tutorials about print transfer with a laser print. I have bought almost all the paints that were recommended . I was unsuccessful. I am so frustrated. Perhaps you can offer some of your expertise.
    Many thanks.
    Wa

  • @shashiprasad4446
    @shashiprasad4446 3 роки тому

    😍😍😍

  • @jeannemclaughlin9630
    @jeannemclaughlin9630 3 роки тому +1

    doesn't patty's solution remind you of back when we used paint and white glue or vaseline for the paint to separate?

  • @truckart
    @truckart Рік тому

    Love the papers you made. What can be used instead of distress inks?
    And can isopropyl alcohol be used on the gel plate without damaging the plate?

  • @wendip4
    @wendip4 3 роки тому

    I've just discovered you. Wow!

  • @susanbailey5231
    @susanbailey5231 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant video, loved the techniques and colours. The Paper Artsy paints are amazing . Just wondered if have you tried their gold and white fire ones yet ?

  • @PainterLady
    @PainterLady Рік тому

    I'm so glad I found you Robyn. You're amazing and inspiring! How do you go about framing tissue paper or any of the other papers? Do you have to glue them on to some sort of stiff backing?

  • @laurienye7514
    @laurienye7514 Рік тому

    I am a new subsriber, and I have watched 3 or 4 of your video's, and Robyn, you know your stuff and you are amazing. Do you know what you are saying in thoses messages, I would hate to curse at someone?

  • @craftcreek4624
    @craftcreek4624 2 роки тому

    Qn: do you have a video on how to use chalk acrylics à la Seth Apter please? I love yr combinations in Distress palette - thank you

  • @ritastern2949
    @ritastern2949 2 роки тому

    We’re the pulls all done with tissue paper in the beginning of this video

  • @ritvaljungqvist6666
    @ritvaljungqvist6666 3 роки тому

    Love your imaginative work.
    Could you use a glass or acrylic plate? Gelli plates are so expensive to buy on line from where I live.

  • @vickihollander6527
    @vickihollander6527 3 роки тому

    So so Gorgeous and inspiring
    My questions:...
    .is it possible to use a Blick matte instead of the chalk paint and have it work?
    And what palette paper -palette are you using?
    Thank you so!!

  • @terrybanet3330
    @terrybanet3330 3 роки тому

    Hi Robyn, can you give some details on the dimensions of the mat board you are using. When I look online it seems the mats for smaller sizes are quite narrow. For instance for a 4x6 opening they are 5x7 giving only 1/2” around. Yours seems to have about a 5x7 opening (based on using it with small stencils) but those mats seem to be 8x10 overall. Yours seems smaller than 8x10. I like the wider borders like you are using.

  • @marylouwilhelm9144
    @marylouwilhelm9144 Місяць тому

    How do I buy one of your stencils. I love your work

  • @truckart
    @truckart Рік тому

    Do you actually write in oriental script? You do it so well that it seems you've learned it. 😮

  • @martinitang
    @martinitang Рік тому

    Luv old wall gelli prints. But I keep getting blank phase in my head whenever I make transition from prints to finished art work on canvas.

  • @cindyhenry1410
    @cindyhenry1410 3 роки тому

    Beautiful techniques here. I’m only just starting to use my plate and the results are.....meh. Either my brayer is crappy or I don’t know what I’m doing (or both lol). What do you typically do with your finished prints? TYFS ❤️🦋💜

  • @truckart
    @truckart Рік тому

    Could you please share how you made the frame? Thank you 😊

  • @ritastern2949
    @ritastern2949 2 роки тому

    Which spray sis you use this e Tim Holds spray or the oxide spray?

  • @k-creationskristinhuxford4531
    @k-creationskristinhuxford4531 3 роки тому

    I was wondering what the ink was that you made your mark making with. I really like the consistency of it.

  • @beckyraver7959
    @beckyraver7959 8 місяців тому

    So what kind of paper do y'all use when making these?

  • @theresasuttle711
    @theresasuttle711 3 роки тому +1

    Tried to order the paints last week - sold out of all the colors I wanted . 😕

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому +1

      Let Seth know he'll put you on the wait list and then email you so that you can make the order, I've spoken to him this week and he has re-ordered :)

  • @emmablume7854
    @emmablume7854 3 роки тому

    I so love your videos Robyn ! but so frustrating as many of the products cannot be bought in the uk...unless you pay nearly £100 postage! for the hammermill paper. Anyone in the uk find good quality paper here ? Still lovely to watch but a bit like looking at yummy cakes in a shop window which you cant have!

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому

      Hello my dear Emma we can't have you frustrated on the other side of the pond :)
      Here is a comparable paper on Amazon UK
      Color Copy Copier Paper Premium Super Smooth 160gsm A4 White Ref CCW0350 [250 Sheets]
      Also it looks like they have the Tim Holz distrees sprays here's a link but not the color just a place to begin looking to track down the colors I was using the list is in the description below the video!
      Tim Holtz - Ranger Tim Holtz-Distress Oxide Spray-Crackling Campfire, 2 oz
      Now the Stainz you can only get from Patty's etsy but you can still experiment without the stainz the results are still stunning I hope this helps xo

    • @emmablume8614
      @emmablume8614 3 роки тому

      @@RobynMcClendon Thank you SO much Robyn for taking the time to reply and find links ! your enthusiam is infectious.

  • @christineandersen1220
    @christineandersen1220 3 роки тому

    Question - do the symbols on your stencils mean anything specific or are they just artistic brushstrokes? Thx

    • @EmunahCreative
      @EmunahCreative 3 роки тому

      I was wondering the same thing. Beautiful work though.

  • @jeannemaxon9342
    @jeannemaxon9342 2 роки тому

    Where can I get the stain by Patty, please?

  • @gerriekaychurch658
    @gerriekaychurch658 Рік тому

    What brand is heavy cream please?

  • @ritastern2949
    @ritastern2949 2 роки тому

    I checked chalk paints and it said fresco finish. Is that the same?

  • @marie-brigittedelaunoy2491
    @marie-brigittedelaunoy2491 Рік тому

    Superbe travail mais je n'arrive pas à obtenir la traduction en français. Je ne comprends pas pourquoi.

  • @lynnearlyriser
    @lynnearlyriser 2 роки тому

    You make your own stencils ?

  • @ritastern2949
    @ritastern2949 2 роки тому

    Where can I purchase your printable sans stencils?

  • @nicoleboudreau7680
    @nicoleboudreau7680 3 роки тому +1

    What’s the name of the copier paper you are using and talking in that video

    • @RobynMcClendon
      @RobynMcClendon  3 роки тому +1

      Hammermill 28lb Premium Color Copier Paper here's a link so you can view it! amzn.to/3qKz2hz

  • @avanellehansen4525
    @avanellehansen4525 3 роки тому

    Oh! I just want to move that bowl of ink over before you bump it and it spills! Ha!