Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
DON'T BLINK: This Gel Print Transfer is Huge! 🎨
Ever wanted to go BIG with your gel plate transfers? In this step-by-step tutorial, I’m breaking down the entire process of creating a massive image transfer from start to finish. We aren't just printing; we’re transforming a digital image into a large-scale mixed media masterpiece using a reverse painting technique.
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Whether you are a seasoned printmaker or just starting your Gelli plate journey, this video covers the technical "how-to" and the creative "why" behind large-format printing.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
Photoshop Prep: How to take any image and scale it up for large-scale printing without losing detail.
The Giant Transfer: My secret tips for achieving a crisp, clean image transfer on a large gel plate.
Reverse Painting: Watch the magic happen as I layer colors behind the transfer to create depth and texture.
The Big Reveal: Pulling the final print (the most satisfying part!).
Timestamps for Quick Navigation:
0:00 – Why bigger is better (Introduction)
1:15 – Prepping your image in Photoshop for large-scale prints
3:45 – Setting up the large gel plate & applying the image
6:20 – The Transfer: How to avoid bubbles and "ghosting"
8:50 – Reverse Painting techniques for vibrant results
12:10 – The Final Pull: Does it work?
14:30 – Final thoughts and troubleshooting tips
Supplies Used in This Video:
Gel Plate: GelElf 16x20
Paper: copy paper for image, and pulled with wet strength tissue paper
Paint:
Oxide Black - Amsterdam, VanDyke Brown - Amsterdam, Cyan blue - Golden, Primary Yellow - Golden, Indian Yellow Hue - Golden, Zinc White - Golden, Super Pearl White - Nova Color, Soft Gloss Gel - Golden
Brayer: 6" Soft rubber - Speedball
Software: Adobe Photoshop
Image source: gelinspirayions.com
Connect With Me:
📸 Instagram: @drh.acrylic.creations
💬 Join the Creative Community: Dave's DRH Acrylic Creations on Facebook
If you found this tutorial helpful, don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a process video!
#GelPrinting #GelliPlate #MixedMediaArt #ImageTransfer #ArtTutorial #ProcessVideo #ReversePainting #PhotoshopForArtists #Printmaking
DON'T BLINK: This Gel Print Transfer is Huge! 🎨
Ever wanted to go BIG with your gel plate transfers? In this step-by-step tutorial, I’m breaking down the entire process of creating a massive image transfer from start to finish. We aren't just printing; we’re transforming a digital image into a large-scale mixed media masterpiece using a reverse painting technique.
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvpqsOnTxhNIg9ipGt1NbJjjrwhsQTYpK&si=a22BWTQS6xc1ltXc
Whether you are a seasoned printmaker or just starting your Gelli plate journey, this video covers the technical "how-to" and the creative "why" behind large-format printing.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
Photoshop Prep: How to take any image and scale it up for large-scale printing without losing detail.
The Giant Transfer: My secret tips for achieving a crisp, clean image transfer on a large gel plate.
Reverse Painting: Watch the magic happen as I layer colors behind the transfer to create depth and texture.
The Big Reveal: Pulling the final print (the most satisfying part!).
Timestamps for Quick Navigation:
0:00 – Why bigger is better (Introduction)
1:15 – Prepping your image in Photoshop for large-scale prints
3:45 – Setting up the large gel plate & applying the image
6:20 – The Transfer: How to avoid bubbles and "ghosting"
8:50 – Reverse Painting techniques for vibrant results
12:10 – The Final Pull: Does it work?
14:30 – Final thoughts and troubleshooting tips
Supplies Used in This Video:
Gel Plate: GelElf 16x20
Paper: copy paper for image, and pulled with wet strength tissue paper
Paint:
Oxide Black - Amsterdam, VanDyke Brown - Amsterdam, Cyan blue - Golden, Primary Yellow - Golden, Indian Yellow Hue - Golden, Zinc White - Golden, Super Pearl White - Nova Color, Soft Gloss Gel - Golden
Brayer: 6" Soft rubber - Speedball
Software: Adobe Photoshop
Image source: gelinspirayions.com
Connect With Me:
📸 Instagram: @drh.acrylic.creations
💬 Join the Creative Community: Dave's DRH Acrylic Creations on Facebook
If you found this tutorial helpful, don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a process video!
#GelPrinting #GelliPlate #MixedMediaArt #ImageTransfer #ArtTutorial #ProcessVideo #ReversePainting #PhotoshopForArtists #Printmaking
