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Monoprint

A simple, direct method of printmaking using JAZZ GLOSS TEMPERA. Make up to four prints from one painting.

 

level: Int product(s): Jazz Gloss

    materials:

  • Jazz gloss in assorted colors
  • printing plate (plexiglass, mylar, glass, metal, etc.)
  • paper (water color, drawing, printer's
  • tray w/ water
  • brayer
  • brushes
  • paper towels
  • newspaper

    procedure:

  • cover work area with newspaper
  • paint subject on printing plate
  • soak paper in tray w/ water for 20 min.
  • remove paper from tray and blot between paper towels to remove excess water
  • place paper on painted printing plate
  • apply pressure to paper and plate w/ brayer to transfer paint
  • remove printed paper from plate and allow to dry on flat surface or hang from clothes pins attached to string line
handy hints:
Soak enough paper for each plate (up to four per painted plate). Prints will be mirror image of your painting, so paint letter and words backwards.

 



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