In this 2-day screen printing class, students will learn the basic language and structures of textile design using tracing paper, cut-out stencils, and textile inks to explore shape, color, and pattern designs on fabric. The method of printing, of layering colorful shapes with textile inks is improvisational. It is a meaningful way to explore the possibilities of pattern design using shape and color. Students will be inspired by the playful aesthetics of the art and designs of mid-century modern artists.
Instruction includes a demonstration of the improvisational method of screen printing, how to mix inks, setting up a padded surface, types of fabric substrates, placement of fabric on a padded surface, screen mesh, and screen frames, how to use a squeegee and stencil methods of screen printing. Included are instructional handouts, a materials list, and textile suppliers.
In addition to using hand-cut stencils for printing, there is an opportunity to have a personal design applied to one of Carrie’s screens for class use or to have your very own screen at an additional cost of $25.00. Please email Carrie at carrieburckle@gmail.com for specific information.
Materials fee: payable to the instructor $50.00
Items covered by material fee
Workshop material fee includes: Use of handheld screens, textile inks and containers, water-based extender, spatulas, squeegees/spreaders, Duralar stencil material, padding and covers for tables, t-pins, trays, small cutting mats, tracing paper, simple green cleaner, newspaper, iron and ironing board.
Fabrics per student: 1 yd of cotton muslin, 1.5 yards of linen, and 2 cotton bandanas. Students are encouraged to bring their own prewashed woven or knitted fabrics made with these fibers: cotton, linen, rayon, and cotton/poly blends. Also suggested that students bring in vintage textiles and clothes to upcycle. Look for cotton or linen pre-sewn floursack towels, table runners, etc.
What Students should bring:
Comfortable clothes and shoes, apron, hairdryer and extension cord if they have one, snacks & water, images for inspiration.
What Students should know about printing:
Standing for long periods of time on a hard floor while printing, strength in arms and hands for pulling a squeegee, using an xacto knife for cutting into a clear plastic sheet for making stencils.
