*You will be taken to Spins & Needles shop page to process your registration and payment.
Since 2006, our hands-on Silkscreening 101 introduces participants to the process and possibilities of silkscreening with detailed images.
LENGTH: 4 hours (includes 15-30 minute break)
COST:$139 (all materials included; to print on fabric, please bring these items with you)
LOCATION: Possible Worlds (708G Somerset St. W., Chinatown, Ottawa)
WHAT YOU'LL TAKE AWAY: > Knowledge to build your own screen > Basics of designing art for screens > Differences in inks, printing substrates, screen mesh and film work > Printing techniques > Small art prints or prints on fabric items you've brought with you > How to set up a print area at home or a studio > Checklist of materials and where to buy them
Facilitated by artist-creative director Melanie Yugo of Spins & Needles and Possible Worlds (melanieyugo.com). Melanie has led classes and workshops on silkscreening and other graphic arts at Algonquin College, Ottawa Art Gallery, National Gallery of Canada, as well as for festivals and institutions in the U.S., U.K. and Europe.
Spaces are limited per workshop (up to 4 participants) to ensure you personally get the technique right.
We can accommodate group workshops of over 4 participants. E-mail us at possibleworldsshop@gmail.com for bookings.
SILKSCREENING STARTER SET: Take a screen with your image for $25 or a professional grade squeegee for $15. Buy both for $35 (image must be sent in advance of the workshop as per instructions).
CONFIRMATION E-MAILS
After we receive payment, you will receive a receipt acknowledging your registration.
Approximately 10-14 days before the workshop, be sure to look out for an e-mail from us reminding you about the upcoming workshop as well as important workshop preparation information (make sure to check your spam/junk folder). If you do not receive this second e-mail, don't hesitate to e-mail us indicating so.
TERMS OF SERVICE AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Spots are non-refundable. By purchasing a spot or having someone purchase a spot for you, you also agree to our terms of service and cancellation policy.
QUESTIONS? Contact us at possibleworldsshop@gmail.com or 613-791-1152.
*You will be taken to Spins & Needles shop page to process your registration and payment.