Selecting and rejecting ideas: using a gelli plate
I can experiment with gelli printing and reflect on and refine my prints.
- Year 8
Selecting and rejecting ideas: using a gelli plate
I can experiment with gelli printing and reflect on and refine my prints.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- An important part of the print process is selecting successful prints.
- Identifying good ink coverage, detail, textures, focal point and interesting composition are key aspects of selection.
- After analysing the successes and needed improvements a second print run can be attempted.
Keywords
Gelli printing - a process of printing making use of a reusable printing surface used to create monoprints
Reflect - the process of evaluating and learning from experiences to refine skills and creative direction
Refine - to improve artistic skills, ideas, or techniques through practice and experimentation
Common misconception
Prints look exactly the same each time you repeat them.
No two prints are exactly alike, even if they come from the same plate or block. Factors like pressure, ink distribution, and the surface it’s printed on can make each print slightly different.
Equipment
Gelli plate, acrylic paint, roller, printer paper, textures surface to print from, fabrics, bubble wrap, stencils etc
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a monoprint?
Q2.A is a surface used to transfer ink onto paper during printmaking.
Q3.Which is the more accurate statement to describe a "print outcome"?
Q4.The way elements like shape, colour, and focal point are arranged in a print is called ...
Q5.Why are textures important in gelli printing?
Q6.Which of these is not a key factor in selecting a successful gelli print?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the keyword to its correct definition.
Q2.To improve a print, an artist should on their technique by evaluating and making changes.
Q3.Why is it useful to reflect on your gelli prints?
Q4.After analysing a print, an artist can make adjustments and attempt a print run.
Q5.Match the print aspect to its importance.
