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  Createx Monotype Colors are unique water-based, non-toxic, permanent paints crafted specifically for making monotypes.

Simply paint on any non-absorbent surface (i.e. Plexiglas)
and allow to dry. Transfer your image to dampened paper by rubbing, printing pin, or press. This unique water-based process allow unlimited time to create the image, unlike oil-based inks which must be printed before dried. 		 
Available in 23 artist colors and in four and eight ounce sizes. 
Mediums,
color sets and accessories are also available.
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Materials Needed:
1) Printing Surface- use a flat non-absorbent surface such as a sheet of Createx Plexi- Plates, Plexiglas or frosted polyester.
2) Paper-Use absorbent, unsized or lightly sized papers such as Arches 88, BFK Rives, Japanese papers, or handmade papers without sizing.
3) Createx Monotype Colors and Monotype Base.
4) Painting tools-brushes, color shapers, foam or soft rubber brayers, Q-tips.
5) Blotter paper or newsprint.
6) Drawing board or other flat surface for flattening print.
7) Soaking tray for paper. Spray mist bottle.

Painting the Image (step 1)
1) Clean plate with a washcloth and detergent to remove residual oils and paint.
2) Apply color directly to the dry plate using a brush, sponge, brayer, etc. Avoid heavy impasto strokes and buildup of paint which can spread during printing.
3) Allow paint to thoroughly dry before transferring.

Wetting the Paper (step 2)
For unsized papers: (e.g. Arch 88) Prior to painting your image, thoroughly wet the paper by spray misting it with water until it is evenly damp. Cover the paper with a sheet of acetate or wax paper and allow to sit while you complete the painting process. When paint is dry on the plate, remove excess moisture from paper with a paper towel or blotter. Then transfer image.

For sized papers: (e.g. BFK Rives) Hand transfer: Soak paper for up to 4 hrs. in warm water.Press transfer: Soak for 30 mins. in warm water.

Printing Process (step 3)
Hand transfer- Starting with one side, lower dampened paper on top of your plate ( this will protect the paper and help retain moisture). Push paper into the painted plate using any of the following tools: Createx Printing Pin, soft rubber brayer, wooden spoon, rolling pin, or barren. If all areas of the image are not transferring, spray mist the back of the paper and continue rubbing until the image is transferred.

Using a press- With your plate face-up on the press bed, place dampened paper over the plate. Place acetate over the paper to protect the blankets during the printing process. After you have run the plate through the press, gently pull away the finished print.

Curing the Print
Flattening and Drying- Place acetate, glassine, or wax paper on top of print .Sandwich your print(s) between sheets of newsprint.  Use a flat weighted surface to keep the paper flat while drying. Change the newsprint as it becomes damp.