Looking for a beautiful way to explore nature through gel printmaking? In this printing process, students will explore techniques for combining colors and textures from real leaves to make their own multiple layered monotypes. The process is gratifying and the results are awe-inspiring. Get excited to explore gel printmaking with layered leaves. Be it spring, summer or fall, this process is a hit for all!
In this lesson, you’ll find everything you need to make gel prints with leaves: a full supply list, printable alignment guide, follow along video tutorial, detailed photo instructions and helpful tips along the way. This lesson is best suited for anyone from upper elementary into adulthood, but could be adapted for any age.
What’s included?
Link to the video tutorial
Step-by-step photo instructions, including:
Tips for successful leaf printmaking, including selection of leaves.
A full list of supplies you’ll need for this project, and easy links for where to purchase Studio Art Club’s favorite supplies.
PDF alignment guide for producing perfectly registered layers of prints
Suggested Materials
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Key Words: art, art lesson, gel plate printmaking, printmaking, leaves, fall, autumn, acrylic paint, tempera paint, elementary art, middle school art, high school art
All sales are final. For more information on our policy, see our FAQ page.
When purchasing a digital product, you’ll be sent a download link to the email provided, in addition to a receipt email. The link expires 24 hours after the purchase, so be sure to check your email after checkout.
Looking for a beautiful way to explore nature through gel printmaking? In this printing process, students will explore techniques for combining colors and textures from real leaves to make their own multiple layered monotypes. The process is gratifying and the results are awe-inspiring. Get excited to explore gel printmaking with layered leaves. Be it spring, summer or fall, this process is a hit for all!
In this lesson, you’ll find everything you need to make gel prints with leaves: a full supply list, printable alignment guide, follow along video tutorial, detailed photo instructions and helpful tips along the way. This lesson is best suited for anyone from upper elementary into adulthood, but could be adapted for any age.
What’s included?
Link to the video tutorial
Step-by-step photo instructions, including:
Tips for successful leaf printmaking, including selection of leaves.
A full list of supplies you’ll need for this project, and easy links for where to purchase Studio Art Club’s favorite supplies.
PDF alignment guide for producing perfectly registered layers of prints
Suggested Materials
For more inspiration and info on new projects, follow me on Instagram at @studioart.club and sign up for my newsletter!
Key Words: art, art lesson, gel plate printmaking, printmaking, leaves, fall, autumn, acrylic paint, tempera paint, elementary art, middle school art, high school art
All sales are final. For more information on our policy, see our FAQ page.
When purchasing a digital product, you’ll be sent a download link to the email provided, in addition to a receipt email. The link expires 24 hours after the purchase, so be sure to check your email after checkout.
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