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Gel Medium Transfer Class: Learn How to Transfer Photos to Wood, Paper & More

Discover one of the easiest and most affordable ways to turn your favorite photos or artwork into beautiful, handmade prints on wood, paper, cardboard, or other porous surfaces. In this quick and beginner-friendly class, you'll learn the gel transfer technique using just a few basic supplies—including matte medium (a type of clear acrylic) and any surface of your choice.

No artistic experience? No problem. This class is designed for all skill levels, and the process is fast, forgiving, and fun.

In this class, you’ll learn how to:

• Use gel medium to transfer images onto wood, paper, or cardboard

• Prepare your surface and image for clean, effective transfers

• Avoid common mistakes and get the best results the first time

• Apply and remove paper for a crisp, vintage-style photo finish

• Use household items to simplify the process

The full class runs under 15 minutes, and the technique itself can be done in about an hour, start to finish. It’s the perfect DIY project for artists, photographers, crafters, or anyone looking for a creative way to personalize their space.

Who This Class Is For:
This class is for artists, crafters, photographers, and complete beginners. If you’ve ever wanted to turn your digital images into tactile, handmade art—this technique is an easy, inexpensive place to start.

Tools & Materials You’ll Need:

• Matte Medium (any brand, available at art stores)

• Wood, cardboard, or paper for your surface

• A laser-printed photo or artwork

• Spoon or burnishing tool (or similar household item)

• Water and cloth or sponge for paper removal

That’s it! Most of what you need is likely already in your home.

Class Runtime: Approximately 14 minutes

Please Note: This class was originally created for Skillshare.com. I understand that the Skillshare subscription model doesn’t work for everyone, so I’m now offering individual class purchases directly through my website. Because of this, you won’t be able to post projects, or receive feedback, but you will get full access to all class videos and content.

While I’m proud of the material, this class was originally recorded in 2016. It’s in 1080p, with mostly modern-looking screen captures, but please note that some of the audio and video quality do not reflect the higher standards I produce today. You can preview this for yourself in the class trailer on YouTube.

Since the content is still highly valuable, I’m offering this class at a deeply discounted rate. I hope you’ll check it out!

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