What will happen during the workshop?
You will have the opportunity to experiment using blank screens and paper stencils to create screen prints. You will be encouraged to play with surface pattern designs using overlaying techniques with a focus on colour, shape and texture. There will be time to experiment with the process to create a range of exciting samples.
I have never done screen printing before, can I come?
Of course - the workshop is suitable for all skills levels. Everyone is welcome and no previous experience is necessary.
What will I make?
During the first hour you will make a small set of screen printed fabric samples using a combination of different screen printing techniques. You will then move on to print your own personalised tote bag, tea towel or t-shirt, the choice is yours.
Equipment Provided:
Equipment and materials such as screens, squeegees, a range of ink colours, newsprint paper, cutting mats and knives are all included. We will also provide fabric samples, however you are welcome to bring any additional fabric for printing along with you - natural fabrics such as a plain cotton or linen give the best results. Likewise if you have a garment which you would like to print your design onto, you are welcome to bring that along too!
Your Tutor:
Arianna is a practising Fashion and Textile designer who specialises in producing garments focused on local heritage and crafts. She completed a BA in Fashion & Printed Textiles at Middlesex University in London and was then granted a scholarship to study an MA in Fashion Design Technology at London College of Fashion. She spent the last 10 years specialising in printmaking for fashion. She has developed two fashion collections and her garments have featured in online magazines such as Vogue and Dazes. As well as being director of Print Clan, she is also part of a fashion collective based in London called Congregation Design, a group of designers aiming to influence the fashion industry to become more environmentally and socially conscious. With her industry standard expertise in the technical aspects of textile printing she aims to support Print Clan members to achieve the best possible results.