Studio Art Techniques

Texture and technique is taking over the studio this week. I’m blending gel prints, ink, and digital magic. It’s all part of creating fresh prints for my upcoming summer collections.

The Process & Tools Behind the Texture

Want to know how these prints came to life? It all started on the gel plate.

For this experiment, I chose Japanese rice paper for its beautiful, delicate absorbency. When it came to the medium, I found that black screenprinting ink works best. It should have the consistency of honey, be water-soluble for easy removal (like acrylics), and not be India ink-based. It dries with a rich, matte finish that is absolutely perfect for scanning into digital files later.

My tool kit for this session was delightfully low-tech:

• Brushes for expressive, fluid strokes.
• A palette knife to scrape on heavy texture.
• Paper towels to quickly brush, smudge, and wipe away line work directly from the plate.

Working this way is incredibly tactile. Every wipe of the paper towel and scrape of the knife creates a completely spontaneous mark that you just can’t replicate digitally.

Moving ink across the page feels so free and spontaneous. I love the pop of these layered, textured colors. This style is brand new for me. I can’t wait to see it on apparel, textiles, and home decor.

Open for Collaborations, Projects & Licensing:
Art Directors, Creative Directors and brands if you are currently scouting elevated, tactile surface patterns for upcoming lines, let’s chat!

Availability: Now booking for late summer/fall 2026 and 2027 projects.
Services: Freelance collections, exclusive licensing, and custom collaboration.

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