If a student is unable to complete all of the sessions in their class, at the discretion of the instructor, the student may attend those same sessions in a future workshop. Within 14 days of the start of class, no refunds are available. Students may request a refund, minus the credit card processing fee, or enroll in a different session up to 14 days before the start of their original scheduled class. Refund/Cancellation Policy for ASPCO Classes & Workshops: Please email Amanda for more information about this class. Private instruction is dependent on our instructor’s availability and are scheduled as such. The class is $400 for 6 hours and covers the same curriculum as the Introduction to Screen Printing class, but to a more detailed level. Private instruction classes are occassionally available for those who are looking for more personalized instruction.
SKILL LEVEL / PREREQUISITES: Introduction to Screen Printing class or completion of a beginning screen printing class at a university/college, or experience working on a professional press within the past 2 years.PRICE: $275 non-ASPCO members / $200 ASPCO members.Handouts will be given for additional information.
Lectures and demos will cover ink modifiers, printing with a white underbase, using the flash unit and how to troubleshoot problems that can arise using the 6 and/or 4 color press. Students will learn how to register multiple colors on a 4 and 6 color press.
August (Saturday mornings from 9:00am to 11:30am) – THIS CLASS IS FULL.STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES: Students are to provide blank t-shirts.If you prefer to take a class at a later date when masks are not required, please let us know. *Please note masks will be required for this class. ASPCO provides all chemicals, emulsion, transparencies, screens, inks and paper. The class is focused on teaching how to print in ASPCO’s studio with no instruction on how to create an image in graphic design programs. No experience is necessary, but enthusiasm is 100% welcomed! The maximum class size is 4 students to make sure each student receives hands-on instruction. Students will learn everything from setting up your screen to printing it on fabric and paper. Our Introduction to Screen Printing class is 4 weeks long. Learn how to screen print at ASPCO’s studio with a new 6 color press, washout booth, paper printing tables and much more. SKILL LEVEL / PREREQUISITES: Some screenprinting experience helpful, but not required!.STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES: Students are required to purchase two 20″ x 24″ screens prior to the class.STUDENT CLASS SIZE: 10 students maximum.Session 3 will be for printing in 2 person teams at 2 stations.
The remainder of the session will include a printing setup demo, and a brief printing demonstration. Session 2 will be learning about the printing process and specific techniques, including a screen burning demo, and the instructor answering any questions about finalizing designs. The remaining time will be in-class time to design/brainstorm. Next, a question and answer session about design will take place, followed by a screen coating/reclaiming demo. Session 1 will be a brief intro to the process, discussing the poster as a medium and utilizing transparent overlay to achieve effects in the final print. Maximum print size will be 12″ x 18″ and colors will be pre selected for everyone to use so that choices are streamlined. Students will work in 2 person teams to support each other through the process of designing, but most importantly, printing their own custom edition screen print. Specific class dates and times are below. This class will be given over the course of two weekends. Students will create an original edition of 10-15 prints utilizing the unique properties of transparent overlay to design a graphic in 2 colors. This intermediate level class will briefly explore the context and process of multi-color printing as it exists in the creation of posters. For questions about our upcoming classes, please email us.
The class instructor will contact you prior to the class to go over any questions you may have. Please select the class in which you wish to participate from the list below. ASPCO offers screen printing classes to the public at large and its current members.ĪSPCO has a roster of courses available for both beginners and intermediate students.