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Screen Printing 101

with Nicky & Stu Alden

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Get off the computer and get your hands dirty! Graphic designers Stu and Nicky Alden walk you through screen-printing basics in this introductory series. Read the class materials for step-by-step instructions on how to expose screens and create prints at home. For more in-depth guidance and hands-on experience, we suggest attending a local class or workshop after watching the class.

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beginner
11 episodes
37m

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Get started as Stu and Nicky go over the basic screen printing process.

Learn best practices for strong design and get tips for creating artwork digitally or by hand. You'll understand when to include registration marks for clean, crisp designs.

Find out how to choose the right type of screen for your project. Then see how to coat, expose, and wash out your screens before it's time to print.

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Screen print paint
Screen filler
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Screen Printing 101

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1. Basics of Screen Printing

2. Designing for Screen Printing

3. Screens

1. Basics of Screen Printing

2. Designing for Screen Printing

3. Screens

4. Printing on Fabric

5. Printing on Paper

6. Reclaiming Screens

7. Embrace the Charm

8. Art Influences

9. Posters

10. For the Love of Teaching

11. Where It Can Take You

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