Introduction to Screen Printing on Paper - Photo Stencils

When & Where

25 February 2025 - 25 March 2025 ( 15 hours, 5 weeks )
Morning, Tuesday
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Chelsea Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Daniela Rizzi
Course Code C24DSNA08B
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

These Introduction to Screen Printing On Paper - Paper Stencils (Tues Morning) courses at Morley College Chelsea Centre will introduce you to this exciting printmaking techniques for transferring an image into print media for stunning and dynamic results. ‘Screen Printing’ also known as ‘Silkscreen’ and ‘Serigraphy’ is a stencil-based print technique where an image is created by pushing ink through a mesh that is attached to a screen, with a squeegee. The image outcome is controlled by applying stencilling techniques to the screen’s mesh, such as paper stencils, film stencils, hand-drawn acetate, photo stencils and drawing directly onto the screen’s mesh.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

You will gain a good overview of the screen-printing technique.
You will be using paper stencils and other methods by applying simple principles of colour and design.
You will develop ideas and imagery into silkscreen prints.

Cost

Full fee

£190

Concession fee

£145

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Class format and activities

You will be introduced to the technique step by step, by demonstration and one-to-one feedback where each student’s personal strengths and interests are developed.

Entry requirements

These courses are suitable for those new to printmaking and those who wish to re-fresh their screen-printing skills, those who wish to re-fresh their printmaking skills and the more advanced student wishing to perfect their techniques and develop their personal work. Advanced students can work on their own projects. Some previous art experience would ensure that you make the best possible progress on your course.

What you need to know before you enrol

The Printmaking Studio is at Morley College London Chelsea Centre, Hortensia Road SW10 0QS , just off the Kings Road and Fulham Road, in CG04 the Carlyle building on the ground floor.

What you need

You need to bring source material to work from such as drawings, sketches, photographs, etc. You also need to bring an eraser, pencils, craft/pen knife, ruler, pair of rubber gloves and an apron. There is a studio fee payable to the tutor which covers basic materials, except printing paper which you pay extra for as you use it. Paper is available to buy in the studio.