An inspiring guide to creating beautiful art through gel printing, collage, and painting.

Start a journey into the captivating world of gel printing and explore the endless creative possibilities offered by this monotype technique, guided by experienced mixed media artist Susan McCrivi. Without the need for a printing studio, reusable gels allow you to print without a press using easily accessible materials such as stencils, household objects, flowers, and leaves.

Six nature-inspired, beginner-friendly projects will take you beyond simple prints and patterns as you discover stunning new image transfer techniques. Through clever layering methods focused on creating beautiful botanical art, Susan demonstrates how to produce dynamic background prints with depth and complexity using collage and handmade elements.

Other projects will invite you to explore mixed media ideas through sewing, creating a three-dimensional book, and a beautiful handmade art journal. You will also learn how to professionally protect and display your work.

Featuring striking photography of Susan’s work as well as that of 5 contemporary artists, along with clear, step-by-step instructions, you'll soon be creating prints that will help you explore, experiment, and produce something truly your own.

Pages: 176, Year of Publication: 0428, Dimensions: 21.4x21.4cm