Introduction to Textile Screenprinting

The perfect introduction to the world of textiles screenprinting. Using your own hand drawn designs, learn how to expose them onto a screen, mix inks and print a variety of textiles samples. A busy but enjoyable day to begin your textiles journey.

Course Structure 

• Introduction 
• Examples of textile screen 
• Finding inspiration from artwork/designers, participants will create a variety of drawings to be exposed onto screen to develop understanding the of layering of imagery.
• Experimentation with colour, creating bespoke palettes to create cohesive and contrasting palettes
• How to print onto fabric after processing your sample screen
• Clean up and evaluation

About the Tutor

Alex Palmer graduated from Loughborough University in 2010 with a 2:1 BA Honours in Printed Textiles Design. Currently working at De Montfort University in the printed and dyeing textiles department, Alex works closely with students introducing a variety of printing/dyeing techniques to enable the students to further develop their work.

Alex also produces dyed/printed textiles outside of her usual work to keep her inspired and on trend with what is happening in the textiles industry. 

Leicester Print Workshop 

Leicester Print Workshop is the regional development centre for printmaking. Established by artists in 1986, we are a registered charity, supported by Arts Council England. Our RIBA award-winning building is situated in Leicester City Centre's Cultural Quarter and is home to a large, well equipped open access Printmaking Studio.

We have over 30 years’ experience of teaching people printmaking. Our programme offers the largest number and broadest range of printmaking courses in the region, with courses suitable for beginners as well as experienced printmakers, delivered by practicing artists and nationally renowned tutors. Participants learn in small and friendly groups in our purpose-designed studio.