Last month, I made a quick video demonstrating how to make a trace monotype with a few simple supplies.
You can watch the video here or on my YouTube Channel.
Trace Monotype for Beginners
I really like to demonstrate trace monotypes at events especially with kids. I use very simple supplies and it is a very straight forward process in printmaking.
First, you apply ink to a smooth surface using a brayer. Its best you use a very very little ink or even blot it with paper before you begin the trace.
Then you apply some sort of border on top, you can use a matte board from an old frame or you can use tape.
You then tape a sheet of paper on the top of your frame.
Finally you can use a light pressure to make marks on the back of that sheet which will pick up the ink from the inked surface.
The difference from this and drawing is that there will be a little more ink picked up from the surface which will add in texture and value onto your print.
If your subscribe to the Contrary Art Center, I have some videos there explaining some art processes specifically for kids or for beginners in art.
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Akua InkAkua Starter Set
BrayerInovart Soft Rubber Brayer – 4”
I used this paper in both videos. It is a great affordable go to paper for hand printing.Richeson Bulk Printmaking Paper – 6” x 9”, 50 Sheets, 88 lb
Gel plates are great for a substitute surface for Monotype if you do not want to use a place mat or other surface. You can find some cool substitute materials here.Speedball Gel Printing Plate – 5” x 7”, single plate