Abstract Silkscreen Printing

9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. 

This 5-day masterclass explores the expressive possibilities of painting directly onto silkscreen mesh to create bold, abstract prints. Participants will experiment with mark-making and layering techniques to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints.

Course overview:

This masterclass will cover:

1. Introduction to direct painting techniques and abstract art in silkscreen
2. Experimentation with brushes, palette knives, and unconventional tools
3. Layering and blending inks on the screen to create depth and texture
4. Exploring composition and balance in abstract designs; test prints
5. Refining techniques, producing a series of abstract prints, and group critique

By the end of the masterclass, you will:

1. Understand how to use silkscreen mesh as a canvas for direct painting
2. Create a series of unique abstract prints

Who’s it for?

1. Painters, artists, and printmakers