Thursday, January 21; 6–9pm CT
Ditch the computer and come back to drawing by hand! This in-person workshop is designed for folks with basic screen printing experience who are ready to explore photo emulsion without relying on a computer or digital techniques.
We’ll start by preparing our positives entirely by hand. First, we’ll expose cut paper and rubylith to create a bold color field. Then, we’ll draw directly onto vellum with posca markers to create expressive linework. Together, these two handmade positives will become a two-color screenprint.
Everyone will leave with their own two-color print, plus a new set of techniques for translating drawings into screen printing positives at home or in MCBA’s Screen Print Labs. We’ll embrace the quirks of working by hand and enjoy the satisfying magic of watching a drawing become a print.
This is a chance to slow down, work with your hands, and discover just how much you can do without digital tools. No computer, no printer, no need to scan your drawings—just a pen, some film, a screen, and a little curiosity. Come ready to draw, experiment, and give your computer the afternoon off!
Level: Intermediate. Introductory screen printing experience is required for this fast-paced workshop, focused on experimentation and play.
Certificate: 3 hours, Category B or D
Pricing
$70 | $35 Scholarship | $105 Pay-It-Forward
$45 materials fee
Scholarships are available for individuals facing adversity as it relates to identity, income/wealth, and lack of access to arts resources. The Pay-It-Forward rate (tuition, plus 50%) supports MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available. We leave it to you to choose the rate that is meaningful to you based on your income, wealth, and privilege status. MCBA members receive a 10% discount on tuition.
