Stencils + Gelli plate = Perfect Combo! with Kitty Tatman

I busted out the gelli plate today with my Artistcellar stencils and some random acrylic paints. Good grief it's addicting!!  I like to print on deli paper because of its translucency and it's easy to tear for collage.

I picked one of my favorite prints I created to use today.  I used the Star Flower stencil from the Artistcellar Quilt Series and pulled multiple prints on the same piece.

I used matte medium to stick the deli paper down in my new Dina Wakley Blue Journal.  The geometric design reminded me of large flowers, so I lightly sketched in petals around each 'point' of the quilt pattern.

I painted a watery navy-blueish color around the flowers, still wanting some of the patterning to show thru...but think I might've been a little heavy handed.

Once completely dry, I added rough, messy outlines in black and white, not truly adhering to the exact shape of each petal.  A blob of paint in the center and TADAH! A colorful, abstract garden. 

What are your favorite stencils to use on the gelli plate?  I would love to learn some new techniques, so stop by the Artistcellar Facebook group and share your prints with us!

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