Printmaking With Natural Dyes: April 20-May 11, 2017

Printmaking with Natural Dyes: April 20-May 11, 2017

In this four part course, students will learn how to use natural dyes and screen printing techniques to create their own handmade projects. Each week, we will investigate the color available in the natural world around us, combined with modern printmaking techniques. Students will leave the course with a basic understanding of the principles of natural dyeing and fundamental screen printing knowledge.

For the final week, students will select from one of the following projects to incorporate their printed papers: notebook, art print, or notecards.

Thursdays, April 20-May 11, 2017, 5:30-8:30 PM
Polka! Press, 2132 Fordem Avenue, Suite L1
$175 per student | Ages 18+

Registration required. Class space is limited. Please note by registering for this class, materials will be purchased for your use. Please contact the instructor ASAP if you will not be able to attend so that we can allow another student into the class.

For questions contact: kld.paperandprints@gmail.com

Poster Printing: April 8, 2017

Poster Printing: April 8, 2017

Come learn how to create your own hand printed poster from start to finish!  Participants will design single-color stencils, learn how to use the exposure unit, and make their own screens. Together we will print our posters and experiment with layering, color mixing, and transparency.

Each student will walk away with their unique set of posters and a basic understanding of fundamental screen printing skills. This class is well suited for beginners or intermediate screen printers looking to gain more practice.

Class material fee includes limited supply of paper for each participant, inks, and screens.

April 8th, 2017, 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Polka! Press, 2132 Fordem Avenue, Suite L1
$70 per student | Ages 18+

Registration required. Class space is limited. Please note by registering for this class, materials will be purchased for your use. Please contact the instructor ASAP if you will not be able to attend so that we can allow another student into the class.

For questions contact: kld.paperandprints@gmail.com

Silkscreen Poster Workshop, February 27, 2017

Come learn how to create your own hand printed poster from start to finish! Students will design their own posters, create screens, and edition their prints. This class is well suited for beginners or as a way to expand your skill set if you have taken the previous stationery printing workshops at Polka. 

Class material fee includes paper for each participant (edition size 10 plus paper for practice/experiments), inks, and screens. Poster dimensions 12 x 18 inches.

Register here.

Family Valentines Screenprinting Workshop, February 11, 2017

Join us for a Screen Printing workshop on Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 5:30-9:00 PM and learn the fundamentals of screen printing for stationery! Each participant will walk away with their own hand printed valentines and envelopes. We will experiment with layering, ink mixing, and collage to create pocket sized prints.

No print experience necessary. Each member of family counts as a single participant. Children must be accompanied by an adult and they will have equal opportunity to print and participate in the class. Families can work together to design a family card, as well as personal designs to create a unique print portfolio.

Workshops fill quickly: Please register in advance: Saturday Valentine's Screenprinting Workshop Registration.

Valentine's Screenprinting Workshop, February 10, 2017

Join us for a TGIF Screen Printing workshop on February 10, 2017 from 5:30-9:00 PM and learn the fundamentals of screen printing for stationery!

Each participant will walk away with their own hand printed valentines and envelopes. We will experiment with layering, ink mixing, and collage to create pocket sized prints. This class is great for beginners looking to learn more about this simple, yet versatile printmaking technique.

Workshops fill quickly. Please register in advance: Valentine's Screenprinting Workshop Registration