Introduction to Screen Printing

Throughout the weeks of this course, you will learn how the screen-printing process works from coating screens, mixing inks, artwork preparation, printing and reclaiming screens.

The focus of the first four sessions will be based on developing different ways to make images suitable for screenprint. The final two sessions will be focused on planning and developing a final screen print which you will print in the final session. 

No previous knowledge is required, just a keen interest inscreen printing and to not fear getting a bit inky!Please wear old clothes. 

Week 1:

Introduction to the course. 

You will create some test prints to perfect your screen-printing techniques and then we will move onto Halftone Photograph Screen Printing. 

*A photograph of your choice needs to be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. prior to the first session. This photograph can be anything, A person, A nice view from a walk, A holiday picture. Just an image that you love.  
 
Week 2:

Introduction to Mono Screen Printing. 

Mono Screen Printing is like painting but in Screen Print form. It is a great way to make abstract image and backgrounds for further print layers. 

Week 3:

This week we will be focussing on making physical handmade collages. 

Collages are a fantastic way to make interesting images and to think about layout/composition. These collages will then be converted to halftone and be printed on Week 4. 

*If collages are not completed during week 3 they need to be completed at home. If completed at home a scan or high-quality image needs to be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before week 4.

Week 4:

Screen printing using collage images, with the same halftone technique as Week 1.

 During the second half of this session, we will be doing pen drawings. Alternatively, if you have your own Tablet with drawing capabilities this can be used (Do not worry if you think you can't draw, none of this is a test, it's about having fun). We also have prompts if you can't think of what to draw. 

These drawings will then be used in Week 5. *If you wish to finish your drawings at home, they need to be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before Week 5.

Week 5:

This week we will be screen printing your drawn designs onto T-shirts.

 A small image for the front and a large image for the back. 

Week 6 – 8 :

Weeks 6-8 are all about taking what you have learned from Weeks 1-4 and start planning and developing a fully-fledged design (or designs). 

This is an opportunity to explore the areas you like more, experiment with mixing processes and having fun!

No assessments. This course is very a hands-on practical introduction into screen printing methods and designed to give you the confidence to be able to continue using this technique in the future to create your own screen-printed designs onto a variety of surfaces. 

 The groups are small and you will receive feedback and guidance during the sessions. 

If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Enrol button or contact Part-time Admissions at 01743 653333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our advice events, ring Part-time Admissions on 01743 653333, use our live chat facility, or email parttimecourses@scg.ac.uk