Gel Press Ink Comparison | Dye Ink vs. Pigment Ink vs. Acrylics

Unsure what types of media to use on your gel press? Today, I compare stunning gel press results with 3 media: dye ink, pigment ink, and acrylic paints. I use Altenew Build-A-Flower: Indian Lotus directly on the gel press to create unique monoprinting cards. #gelpress #gelpresswithdyeink #gelpresswithstamps

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• Altenew Build-A-Flower: Indian Lotus

• Altenew Build-A-Flower: Indian Lotus & Ink Bundle

• Altenew Build-a-Flower Subscription

• Enchanted Gold Pigment Ink

• Deep Blue Seas Crisp Dye Ink Oval Set

• Glacier Caves Crisp Dye Ink Oval Set

• Cherry Blossom Crisp Dye Ink Oval Set

• Red Cosmos Mixed Media Ink Bundle

• Gel Press Printing Plate - 5'' x 7''

• Amsterdam - Cobalt Blue Ultramarine, 120 ml

• Amsterdam - Carmine, 120 ml

• Ranger Ink - Gel Plate - Brayers - Medium

• Hammermill Color Copy Digital Cover

• Vintage Book Page Bundle 150+ Pages

• Interfolded Deli Wrap Wax Paper 10x10"

• Obsidian Pigment Ink

• Cutterpillar Crop Paper Trimmer

• Gemini Jr. - Die-Cutting and Embossing Machine

• Hero Arts - MISTI - Mini MISTI - Most Incredible Stamp Tool Invented

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[liane_kelly]

I like the pigment inks with the gold ink overlays, just so beautiful in the simplicity of your layout of stamped images and sentiments. TFS!

[gwensimmons_gigi]

Your favorite is also mine…loved your tips with different ink on the gel press …thank you… Totally loved this vid tutorial, Amber. <3

[dianyannie]

Wow it blow me away!! I love love the outcomes by using dye inks, pigment inks and acrylic paints on gel press! What a beautiful prints! This tutorial is a blast, love it so much, thank you Amber, I definitely save it for inspirations using my gel press xx

[cindybostn]

I loved the comparison. I just got a 5" x 7" Gelli-plate last night and I appreciate your videos of the last couple days. I always forget what I'm supposed to do so it helps to watch someone else... thanks for your insight.

[Conilong]

Appreciate knowing the effects one will get when using, in my case, my unused gel press. Really love the gold with the Coral Berry and Ruby Red lotuses.

[ritzyhag]

Yes! This video totally makes me want to pull out the supplies that I've had for almost 2 years and never touched!! Thanks for taking care of the experimentation for me! And I love the same card that you love best! Wish we could see the sheen of the gold better!!

[melissafriedrich]

I LOVE this video showing the different looks with inks and acrylics. Thanks for helping me use what I have (inks not paint) especially loving all the gold on your pretty prints.

[bmwcruise]

Amber, this video is so good and one of the best I have seen as far as gel plating goes. I love the effects you achieved with all mediums and your cards are beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️

[nangustafson]

So cool! Have not seen anyone else use ink pads on a gel press! Now to find my gel press plate and give this a try. Thank you!

[paulineabeysekera]

Amazing - it looked like the acrylic paint attempt was going to be a hot mess while you were brayering - of course I knew it wasn't because you were showing it but if I were doing it I would have been very disheartened. Gorgeous cards!

[janetcurtis]

Very helpful. I think the gold background is my favorite.

[elizabeththomas]

Love seeing all the different looks of each medium-especially the inks. I’m just a newbie to the gel press but I love it! Love seeing more cardmakers using it to make cards. That bold blue/gold/pink card is stunning!

[kelleyoneal]

Love the gold pigment ink on gel press.

[MsTamp-qnxw]

I've had a gel press for a while, but really thought that only acrylics worked on it, so I didn't try using it yet. I like the first card shown and my second pick would be the last card. Great process walkthrough. I think I'll give it a try with one of my layering sets and my inks.

[cornertocornercards]

Thanks so much for helping me to understand about the dye ink. I haven’t had good luck with the dye ink, but now I’ll try it again.

[aasheetaarun]

This is beautiful and brilliant! One of the best gel press videos I've ever seen. I love all the looks you achieved.

[handiscandi]

Wow! Amber. All of these cards are gorgeous! So much good and helpful information! Thank you. I LOVE my gel plate!

[sarinaparhawk]

What a wonderful comparison... I'm waiting for my gel plate to arrive in the mail, and can't wait to try this beautiful painterly style!

[JoanOrloffDK]

Beautiful cards 🥰 I love the way you gel press, your color choices and your card designs ❤ thanks for sharing your creativity Hugs xx

[gwensimmons_gigi]

Thank you!! My deli paper remains fugitive in my craft area with gel printing… loved your techniques with various inks and cards created; thank you!!