WORKSHOP: Printing, Dublin

INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILE PRINTING TECHNIQUES
4 evenings + 1 day
Mondays 14, 21, 28 September 5 October + Saturday 10 October
Monday evenings 6.30pm – 9.15pm + Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm
Price €210, 6 places available
This introductory course to printed textiles covers all the basics and more to get you started in textile printing. You will explore a variety of printing techniques, including: block printing; screen-printing using paper stencils; screen-printing using the photo sensitive technique as well as screen and image preparation, colour mixing, and fixing and caring for printed fabrics. The course will equip you with a good understanding of all the processes involved, which most importantly can even be adapted for working on at home. Suitable for beginners. A basic supply of materials is included in fee.

SCREEN PRINTING ON FABRIC: PHOTO STENCIL TECHNIQUE
2 day workshop
Saturday 24 + 31 October
10.30am – 4.30pm
Price €175, 6 places available
A 2-day course focusing on the photo stencil technique of screen printing (a durable semi permanent stencil).  Participants will learn how to prepare and create b&w images for screen using hand drawn or digital imagery, as well as experimenting with different printed imagery, print surfaces, registration, colour-layering and mixing and much more. A thorough introduction for those wishing to begin screen-printing on fabric or those looking to refresh their skills. A basic supply of materials is included in fee.

For Print Block's full workshop programme and to book a place on a workshop visit www.printblock.ie


Also available at Print Block

Studio Membership
We accept proposals for full-time members to join our busy textile print studio on a rolling basis. If you think you would like to join send us an email about what you do and your printing experience. More details can be found on our website www.printblock.ie

Assisted Access
For projects or printed work you need assistance with contact us to discuss your requirements and to arrange access to our studio, email: printblockstudio@gmail.com