Quick Tip Tuesday: Here’s a small trick that can make a big difference.
If adding marks with paint pens to your gel prints or other artworks makes you nervous, you’re not alone. It can feel intimidating to put a permanent mark on something you’ve worked hard on—but there are a couple of simple ways to make it easier.
My Quick Tips
🎥 Watch the video below to see how I take the pressure off when adding marks with paint pens. I like to place a piece of acetate over my print and practice my marks there first before committing them to the actual print. It’s a great way to experiment without risk and get a feel for your strokes.
💡 Bonus tip: Keep a baby wipe nearby as you’re working on your print. If you make a mistake while adding paint pen marks, you can wipe it off as long as it’s on top of dried paint—just avoid using it directly on bare paper.
These two tricks give you the confidence to experiment without worrying about ruining your print.
Have a Question?
I’d love to hear what’s challenging you in your gel printing practice. Send me your burning questions, and I’ll do my best to answer them in a future Quick Tip Tuesday post!
Take care and happy marking!
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