FroyleArt Creative Academy | Foundation Class
How To Use Your Own Photos For Image Transfers
Our own photographs tell stories that are uniquely personal, making them wonderful inspiration for mixed media artwork.
In this Foundation Class, you'll learn how to prepare and use your own photos to create successful image transfers with a gel plate. I'll guide you through each step of the process, from selecting suitable images to creating beautiful transferred prints ready to use in your artwork.
Whether you're preserving memories, exploring family history, or simply creating something meaningful, you'll discover how easy it is to transform your own photographs into expressive works of art.
Watch the Introduction
This Foundation class is currently available on Skillshare
Prepare your own photographs for successful image transfers
Create simple and reliable image transfers using a gel plate
Create beautiful two-colour mono prints
Use vintage photographs to create expressive image transfers
Experiment with stencils to add texture and visual interest
Complete a vintage-inspired mixed media collage (Bonus Lesson)
Create a contemporary collage using your favourite image transfer
(Bonus Lesson)
What Will You Learn?
Studio Reflection
Every photograph tells a story.
Some of our most meaningful artwork begins with the memories we carry. By bringing your own photographs into your creative practice, you're not just learning a new technique—you’re preserving moments, telling stories, and creating art that is uniquely yours.
This Foundation Class is perfect for anyone wanting to transform their own photographs into meaningful mixed media artwork.
Whether you're completely new to image transfers or looking for new ways to use personal images in your creative practice, I'll guide you step by step with practical demonstrations and easy-to-follow techniques.
By the end of the class, you'll have the confidence to create successful image transfers and discover how your own memories can become part of your artistic journey.
Who Is This Class For?
11 step-by-step video lessons
Two complete mixed media artworks on canvas, created from start to finish
Downloadable Class Notes (PDF)
What’s Included
Sneak Peak - Adding Stencils
“This class exceeded my expectations! It was clear and I throughly enjoyed it!”
Cheryl Patton
What Students Are Saying
“Thank you for a brilliant, inspiring gel printing and collage class. Your classes are so relaxing and calm, they are like watching a good movie (you have to watch everything to the end). I have watched all your classes now. You are a brilliant teacher and good laugh too.
Thank you once again.”
Yvonne Ramsey
“Very good and inspirational class”.
Noel Leonard
“Love her enthusiasm, this class was so much fun. I've tried transfers before with not much luck, time to try it again.
This class exceeded my expectation.”
Ellen Millar
Every artist starts somewhere, and every finished artwork begins with a single mark.
I hope this Foundation Class inspires you to explore new techniques, create with confidence, and enjoy the adventure of discovering your own creative voice.
When you're ready, l'd love to welcome you into the class.
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