Screenprinting (Thursday)
Adult Class | Available
This printmaking workshop is open to screenprint artists of all levels of experience. For the beginner you will learn fundamentals of screenprinting. We will cover different screenprinting techniques including various screen stencils, block-outs, and color registration.
What You Will Learn:
- For the beginning student: Ability to pull a screenprint with expertise and confidence after both group and individual instruction. Print a one or two color edition of 12 prints.
- Understanding of the variety of stencil making techniques available for the screenprint artist
- Learn about the unique characteristics and endless possibilities of the screenprint medium through its practice and through viewing examples of the screenprint medium.
- Goals are set regarding what each student hopes to achieve on the first day of class through showing examples of their previous artwork or sketches for ideas, both printed and non –printed.
Start the term with these supplies:
• Sketchbook/notebook, and something to write with.
• Also, if possible, please bring any sketches or examples of previous artwork that you think could become ideas for silkscreen.
Other supplies to be discussed:
• Protective gloves, such as dishwashing type
• Water-based Textile or Permanent Acrylic Screenprinting Inks, in 8-oz. containers [note: do not bring water-soluble inks — read labels carefully.] Definitely buy black, white, and the primary colors: red, yellow, and blue. You may, of course, buy any other colors you like.
• Plastic pint- or quart-size containers with lids for storing mixed ink
• Printmaking paper (archival rag paper) — at least 4 sheets, 22 X 30 inches Recommended: Lennox and Arches 88 Silkscreen, or any smooth printmaking paper — such as Rives BFK, Arches Cover, Stonehenge, etc.
• 18 X 24-inch newsprint paper pad
• Roll of masking tape, 3/4- inch to 1-inch wide
• Portfolio — may be low-priced cardboard variety
• Storage for inks and class supplies: cardboard box, plastic box, or a sturdy bag
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Rafael Miranda
Multidisciplinary Artist, Educator and Cultural Advocate with over 15 years of experience in various creative fields. Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Escuela de Artes Plásticas y Diseño de Puerto Rico and Master in Professional Studies in Business of Art and Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) in 2021. His work has been presented in most museums and cultural spaces in Puerto Rico, as well as in international venues such as New York, Madrid, Buenos Aires, Santo Domingo and Chicago, among others. In addition, Miranda has been active in the development of creative solutions for different scenarios, such as the film and advertising industries, the design of exhibition spaces and the promotion of cultural activities and events. Currently, Miranda provides creative and educational experiences through project-based learning in the LEAP Academy school district, where he leads the Fabrication Lab and supports the integration of STEM education.