In today’s episode, I have a heartfelt chat with Tania Ahmed, a mixed media artist and gel printing expert, as she shares her artistic journey, the allure of gel printing, and her unique style that blends bold color, patterns, and typography. She discusses the tools and materials she uses, the balance between planning and intuition in her art, and the challenges she has faced. Tania emphasizes the importance of the gel print community and how sharing her work online has transformed her career. She also offers valuable advice for beginners and introduces her current course that focuses on personal expression in art. Be sure to check out her new course – Story Print – as it’s open for enrollment as this episode airs.
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Resources Mentioned:
Story Printer: Gel Prints with Soul
Free Online Gel Printing Class – A Mini-Masterclass
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Tania’s Artistic Journey
01:03 The Allure of Gel Printing
02:55 Tania’s Unique Gel Print Style
03:49 Tools and Materials for Gel Printing
07:26 Planning vs. Intuition in Art
09:00 Techniques and Aha Moments in Gel Printing
11:43 Overcoming Challenges in Gel Printing
14:27 The Gel Print Community
15:44 Impact of Sharing Work Online
17:31 Rapid Fire Round: Fun with Gel Printing
20:13 Upcoming Courses and Projects
26:20 Exploring Personal Expression in Art
31:01 Advice for Beginners in Gel Printing
Key Takeaways:
- Tania’s journey into gel printing began with a friend’s influence.
- She describes her gel print style as a mix of maximalism and white space.
- Tania uses household objects and recycled materials for her prints.
- She emphasizes the importance of understanding the color wheel.
- Using less paint can lead to better prints.
- The gel print community is a source of support and inspiration.
- Sharing her work online has changed her career trajectory.
- Tania loves teaching beginners and helping them find joy in gel printing.
- She encourages artists to embrace their unique styles and stories.
- Art should be a personal expression and a source of joy.
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Be sure to tune in next week, as I talk with a “new kid on the block”– Sheree Burlington. Sheree just started her YouTube channel in January 2025, and already has over 10,000 subscribers!
