introduction to screen printing: 004 - 04.19.2025

$325.00

Create Your Own Screen Printed Poster – Hands-On Workshop

Join us for a fun, interactive workshop at Stone Gallery in Palm Springs, where you'll learn the basics of screen printing and create your very own 19 x 25 inch poster to take home. Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to try something new, this session is perfect for you. Explore your creativity, get your hands dirty, and leave with a unique piece of art you can proudly display!

No experience necessary – just bring your creativity!


04.19.2025
$325.00 per person - per class
Each individual workshop follows the same syllabus as the other three workshops


level: beginner - no previous experience is required
duration: 4 hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
attendance: class size to a maximum of 4 people

supplies provided: 2 @ 19 x 25 inch - french paper - 80lb and acrylic water based screen printing ink

location: 610 S. Belardo Rd, #600, Palm Springs, CA 92264


What you'll learn in this screen printing workshop:
This 4-hour course offers a hands-on introduction to the world of screen printing, guiding you through every step of the process as you create your own poster design in our studio-gallery. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, you'll learn the fundamentals of screen printing—from setting up equipment to achieving your final print.

Throughout the class, we’ll teach you the techniques needed to print projects at home or in your own studio. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from a selection of six designs to print on 19 x 25 inch 80lb French paper, or feel free to bring your own items, such as tote bags, shirts, fabric, or paper, to print on.

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, as this is a hands-on, creative class (think: painting day attire).

If you're interested in learning the basics of screen printing and exploring your creativity, this workshop is perfect for you!

Create Your Own Screen Printed Poster – Hands-On Workshop

Join us for a fun, interactive workshop at Stone Gallery in Palm Springs, where you'll learn the basics of screen printing and create your very own 19 x 25 inch poster to take home. Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to try something new, this session is perfect for you. Explore your creativity, get your hands dirty, and leave with a unique piece of art you can proudly display!

No experience necessary – just bring your creativity!


04.19.2025
$325.00 per person - per class
Each individual workshop follows the same syllabus as the other three workshops


level: beginner - no previous experience is required
duration: 4 hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
attendance: class size to a maximum of 4 people

supplies provided: 2 @ 19 x 25 inch - french paper - 80lb and acrylic water based screen printing ink

location: 610 S. Belardo Rd, #600, Palm Springs, CA 92264


What you'll learn in this screen printing workshop:
This 4-hour course offers a hands-on introduction to the world of screen printing, guiding you through every step of the process as you create your own poster design in our studio-gallery. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, you'll learn the fundamentals of screen printing—from setting up equipment to achieving your final print.

Throughout the class, we’ll teach you the techniques needed to print projects at home or in your own studio. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from a selection of six designs to print on 19 x 25 inch 80lb French paper, or feel free to bring your own items, such as tote bags, shirts, fabric, or paper, to print on.

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, as this is a hands-on, creative class (think: painting day attire).

If you're interested in learning the basics of screen printing and exploring your creativity, this workshop is perfect for you!

Cancellation policy:
This workshop is non-refundable. However, if you’re unable to attend, you may transfer your reservation to a future session or to someone else. Please email Stone Gallery to notify us of the change, and we will follow up with you.

The workshop is limited to 4 students and will proceed even if it isn’t full.

 

Syllabus:

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, as this is a hands-on, creative class
(think: painting day attire).

1st hour: 
• Introduction to the history and basics of silk screening.
• Overview of the silk screening process: emulsion, drying, exposure, washing, and curing.
• Understanding the difference between non-halftone and halftone images.
• Exploring the difference between 1-color and 2-color designs.

2nd hour: 
• Overview and demonstration of basic silk screen concepts and capabilities.
• Live demonstration of the printing process, showing how it works with the six available designs.
• Q&A session, including the distribution of a supplier list and home setup instructions.


food and water break


3rd hour: 
• Step-by-step demonstrations followed by hands-on practice sessions.
• Each student receives two 19 x 25 inch sheets of 80 lb French paper—one for practice and the other for their final print.

4th hour: 
• Studio time with one-on-one assistance to work on your final print and handle cleanup.
• Q&A session, including the distribution of a supplier list and home setup instructions.