Gel Print Plate by Zart

Name: Gel Print Plate by Zart
Brand: Zart
SKU: SSZ042
Price: 35.15 AUD
Availability: InStock

$35¹⁵ ^{(inc GST)}

$31⁹⁵ ^{(ex GST)}

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Reusable, Durable and Ideal for Creative Printmaking

The Gel Print Plate by Zart is a high-quality, reusable surface designed specifically for mono-printing and image transfers. Made to look and feel like gelatine, this flexible plate has a soft yet durable surface that captures textures and patterns with ease, making it perfect for students of all ages and abilities. It’s particularly suited for primary-aged students, thanks to its robust construction that withstands heavier hands. Use it with any brand of acrylic paints, inks, and mediums, and explore endless combinations with stencils, stamps, and textured objects. Easy to clean and store in its reusable packaging, the Gel Print Plate is a reliable and fun resource for mixed media, collage, and craft projects.

Zart | SKU: SSZ042

Size

12.7 x 17.8cm 20 x 25cm

Product variants

Sold singularly
2 sizes available
12.7 x 17.8cm, slightly smaller than A5
20x25cm, slightly wider than A4
Gel Plate thickness: 1cm
Packaging includes Step-by-step instructions and exploration ideas
Designed for mono-printing and image transfers
Reusable
Easy to clean
Works well with acrylic paints, inks and mediums
Can be used with stencils, stamps, and textured objects
Durable surface suited for primary students and general classroom use
Stores easily in reusable packaging

Teachers can introduce the Gel Print Plate into lessons on pattern, repetition, and texture, or use it to support creative exploration and process-based art. It's perfect for developing fine motor skills, sensory engagement, and encouraging individual artistic expression through layering and printing techniques. Students can make one-of-a-kind prints and experiment with colour overlays and negative space, integrating their prints into collage, visual diaries, and group murals. With step-by-step instructions and project ideas included, this is a ready-to-use tool that supports hands-on learning in every artroom.

To print with a Gel Print Plate: Apply and roll acrylic /craft paint onto the Gel Print Plate using a hard roller. Use a variety of different materials, stencils, found objects and tools to create shapes textures or patterns, or mask out areas of the inked surface. It's important to never 'dig' into the actual surface of the Gel Plate, work with and manipulate the paint only. Cover the inked surface with a sheet of paper, then rub over to transfer the print.

Cleaning: It's best to remove the remaining paint from the Gel Print Plate first by creating 'blank' prints onto scrap paper (you may choose to use these prints in your artwork). To loosen and remove paint that's dried on the plate, simply reapply paint with a roller and take a print or two onto scrap paper. Once as much paint has been removed, a wet cloth or paper towel can be used to gently wipe the surface of the plate. Store the Gel Print Plate in its packaging to protect it between uses.

Gel Printing Technique

Step 1:
Apply small dots of acrylic paint to the gel print plate, cover the whole plate.
Step 2:
Roll out the acrylic paint with a rubber roller. Roll the paint in the same direction, back and forth for a few rolls to get even coverage.
Step 3:
Use a variety of different materials, found objects and tools to create shapes, textures or patterns in the inked surface. Stencils, found objects, paper scraps and collage materials can also be used to mask out areas of the plate. NB: It is important to never 'dig' into the actual surface of the Gel Printing Plate.
Step 4:
Line up a sheet of paper over the plate and press it down. Apply and rub even pressure over the paper with a hand or clean roller.
Step 5:
Gently peel back the paper to remove and to reveal the print. Do not allow the paint to dry before removing the paper as this will cause the paper to tear.