An introduction to the basics of screen printing onto paper using photo emulsion.

About this course

Begin or expand your creative journey with photo screen printing in this one day course. You will learn the foundational skills to produce your own photo stencil screen print from start to finish. You will be taught the initial coating and exposure of screens, all the way to the exciting reveal of your first print!

This is aimed at beginners who would like to try out this process, It's also a great opportunity for those looking to refresh their skills. It is perfect for printmakers who would like to become a member of Carousel Print Studio and use the screen printing facilities during open access sessions.

You will be taken step by step through coating a screen, exposing an image with the exposure unit, developing it in the washout room and then registering and printing the image onto paper.

What will I need to bring?

If you would like to print your own image or design in this session please email an A4 black-and-white image of your choice to print@carouselprintstudio@gmail.com - please email this a week in advance of the event. High contrast images work best for this process. Please respect copyright.

If you don't have an image, one will be provided for you.

All other materials and equipment will be provided.

You may wish to bring a packed lunch and water bottle.

About Carousel Print Studio

Carousel Print Studio is a not for profit charity based on the ground floor of Exchange Place Studios in Castlegate. Carousel provides workshops, facilities and opportunities for creatives in Sheffield, in a bright, warm, accessible and well equipped printmaking studio.

Carousel's studio is located on the ground floor just to the left of reception. The doors are widened for ease of access and there is an accessible toilet. If you have any questions regarding access needs please do contact us at print@carouselprintstudio.com

All income from workshops goes into back into running the studio. Thank you for supporting our charity!

About the Tutor

Laura is a print maker and designer based on the edge of the peak district in Sheffield. Her work focuses on the structural simplicity, geometry and strong shadows created by Brutalist, postmodern and modern architecture.

After obtaining a degree in Textile Design, specialising in print, Laura worked in London for two years for a small interior textiles company. She became a freelance designer for various interiors and fashion retailers and suppliers.

Laura began developing her own products and artwork in 2013. Her work has since been sold in the Barbican, The Southbank Centre, The Conran Store, The Hepworth Wakfield, and Nottingham Contemporary, among many others.

Laura will guide you through this course and assist you with learning more about this expressive screen printing process.

Refund policy - All courses are non refundable

If the course is cancelled? - In the unlikely event the course is cancelled by Carousel Print Studio, a full refund will be issued.

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