6-Week Screen Printing on Paper

Learn and practice the art of screen printing on paper using methods ranging from hand-painted stencils to photo emulsion exposures. In this 6-week class, we’ll play with color and design while trying out screen-making methods like paper stencils, drawing fluid, screen filler, and photo emulsion. Students will create a series of single and multi-colored edition prints on paper while investigating their own interests, ideas, and images through the printing process.

$295

Dates: Wednesday nights, 6pm to 9pm

Sessions:

  • September 16 to October 21, 2026

  • October 28 to December 9, 2026 (skip November 25)

Location: CopyCat Community Print Studio, 3546 Michigan Ave (inside 27th Letter Books) - Please note: we are in the lower level of the building and there is no elevator, only stairs

Instructor: Melissa Dettloff

Community Guidelines: CopyCat is a space for respectful, inclusive learning and making. Harassment, discrimination, bigotry, misogyny, or behavior that makes others feel unsafe or unwelcome will not be tolerated. By registering for a workshop or class, you agree to these guidelines.

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By the end of the class, students will be able to:

  • Design an image suitable for screen printing

  • Create screen printable imagery through processes from simple (paper stencil) to complex (darkroom)

  • Prepare and expose screens using transparency films and emulsion in the darkroom

  • Choose and mix colors, learning the fundamentals of color layering

  • Learn how to register multi-color prints and make prints on paper

  • Reclaim and clean screens for future use

No prior printmaking experience required
For ages 16 and older

Materials to be provided by student:

  • 8.5” x 11” and/or 11” x 14” 100# paper or heavier — French Paper is recommended but any cardstock-type paper will work. You will need this on the first day — we will have some available for sale.

  • Screen printing ink for paper — some ink is provided but you may also want to build your own color palette with your own inks — you can decide after week 1

  • More transparency films beyond the first two provided, if desired

  • More screens if desired — one 20”x24” screen is provided

  • Brushes — any old brushes will do

STUDENT CANCELLATION POLICY:
Up to 1 week in advance: full refund, switch to a later class, or have a friend come in your place.
Up to 48 hrs: 50% refund, or send a friend in your place.
Less than 48 hrs before class: No refund, orsend a friend in your place.

CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY:
If the class is cancelled due to weather, instructor illness, or not meeting minimum enrollment, you can either receive a full refund, or switch to a later class.

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