Curious about jelly printing? This beginner-friendly guide walks you through using a gel plate, choosing paints and papers, adding texture with stencils and found objects, and layering colors for unique prints. Perfect for art journals, cards, collages, and anyone who wants playful, low-pressure creative time.
Art & Inspiration
Creative Shape Art Ideas for Kids and Art Classes
Shapes are one of the most important elements of art, and this guide explores fun and creative shape art projects for kids. Learn the difference between geometric and organic shapes, discover beginner-friendly collage and group art lessons, and try an easy monoprinting activity using simple materials.
What Are Analogous Colors?
Analogous colors are groups of colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel. Learn how they create calm, harmonious designs, see real-world examples, and get tips for using them in art, decor, and design projects.
What is Neurographic Art?
Curious about neurographic art? Learn what it is, how the calming line-drawing method works, why it supports mindfulness and creativity, and how to start with simple tools.
The Importance of Value in Art and How to Use It
New to value in art? Learn how light and dark tones create depth, contrast, and realism in drawing, painting, and monoprinting — plus beginner tips for using a value scale.
Gel Plate Printing: Essential Tips for New Artists
New to gel plate printing? Learn what a gelli plate is, the tools and paints you need, beginner-friendly techniques, and creative ways to use your finished monoprints.
How to Start Art Journaling: A Complete Beginner's Guide
New to art journaling? Learn what an art journal is, why the creative process matters more than perfection, and how to start your first page with simple supplies.
Gelatin Painting: A Fun Introduction to Monoprinting
Curious about gelatin painting? Learn how to use gel printing plates, acrylic paint, and simple tools to create playful, one-of-a-kind monoprints at home.
How to Start Your Journey in Mixed Media Printing
Key Highlights Mixed media printing is an art form where you can put different materials and ways of making art together in one single piece. You might use printing, collage,...
What is Gel Printing? A Beginner's Complete Guide
New to gel printing? Learn what it is, how it works, essential tools, and beginner techniques so you can start creating unique prints with confidence.
Gel Printing Plates: What They Are, How They Work & Why Artists Love Them
A gel printing plate is a soft, reusable surface for making unique monoprints without a press. Roll on acrylic paint with a brayer, add patterns with stencils or natural textures, then pull vibrant one-of-a-kind prints. Plates clean up with soap and water, store flat at room temp, and work for cards, collage papers, journals, and fabric. Great for beginners through pros, at home or in the classroom.
Balance in Art: Definition, Types & Why It Matters
Balance is the design principle that distributes visual weight so artwork feels stable and intentional. This guide explains what balance is, why it matters, and how to use symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial balance to create harmony, focus, and movement. See how contrast, proportion, and negative space affect balance, and get practical tips (plus class-friendly Gel Press ideas) to build stronger, more engaging compositions.