This new 6-week course offers an engaging introduction to the fundamentals of screen printing using manual techniques. Designed for beginners as well as those who would like to refresh or expand their skills, the course will guide you step by step through the process of creating original prints by hand.
Throughout the course, we will explore two accessible and creative approaches to screen printing: hand-cut silhouettes and direct drawing methods. These techniques allow you to develop bold, graphic images and experiment with layering, texture, and colour while learning the core principles of screen printing.
During the sessions, you will learn how to:
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Design and prepare your own images for screen printing
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Create stencils using hand-cut silhouette techniques
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Draw directly onto screens to produce expressive printed marks
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Mix and prepare inks suitable for printing on paper
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Register and layer colours to build multi-colour prints
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Pull consistent, high-quality prints by hand
By the end of the course, you will have produced several original hand-pulled prints, including multi-colour works that you can proudly take home and frame. The emphasis of the course is on experimentation, creativity, and gaining confidence with the tools and processes used in screen printing.
Who is this course for?
No previous experience is required. The course is ideal for complete beginners who would like to discover screen printing for the first time. It is also perfect for students who have previously taken one of our hand-cut silhouette courses and would like to refresh their skills or continue developing their practice.
To ensure a supportive and focused learning environment, the class is limited to a maximum of 8 students, allowing plenty of individual guidance and feedback.
Course Details
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Duration: 6 weeks
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Schedule: Thursday evenings, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Total studio time: 15 hours of guided printing sessions
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Dates: 14 May – 18 June 2026
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Registrations open: March 2026
Join us for a relaxed and creative series of evenings in the studio, where you will learn the craft of screen printing and leave with your own collection of unique, handmade prints.