Are you a creative who’s curious about screen printing but has no idea where to begin? This hands-on workshop takes you from never having screen printed (or maybe it’s been a while) to walking out the door with a finished print of your own work.

Led by Robert Brochu @8088y80y, this session is designed for designers and creatives who are print-curious and looking for an approachable place to start.

What You'll Leave With

By the end of the workshop, you will know how to:

• Develop one-color artwork for screenprinting (video call required prior to the workshop)
• Prepare artwork and transparencies
• Coat screens with emulsion
• Expose and wash out screens
• Set up screenprinting equipment
• Mix ink
• Register and print
• Reclaim screens for future use

You’ll not only leave with prints of your own original artwork, but take home one print from each of the other participants to build a collection representing the entire workshop.

Schedule and Deadlines

• Prep call: Thursday, September 3 at 6:00 PM. We will walk through developing your one-color artwork together (this call will be recorded for those that cannot attend).
• Artwork due: Wednesday, September 17
• Workshop: Thursday, September 24, 6:00 to 8:00 PM

About IMPRINTS

IMPRINTS is AIGA Maine’s hands-on print workshop series, each session spotlighting a different Maine printmaker and printing process like foil, letterpress, risograph, and screenprinting.

About Robert Brochu

Robert Brochu is a Portland, Maine based artist exploring the space where language, typography, and visual art intersect. After studying at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, he built a career in design and creative direction before returning to a studio practice centered on words. Robert creates screen prints, installations, murals, and digital works that challenge the way we experience language.

The Fine Print:

Fees & sales tax: Registration service and processing fees are extra as applied by Eventbrite. For US transactions, service fees are 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket; payment processing is 2.9%. Sales tax is added on the gross ticket price based on Maine's tax rate of 5.5% for state sales. (Tax exempt status does not apply to individuals purchasing tickets.) See Eventbrite for other supported currencies and information. AIGA Maine appreciates your support and understanding.

Code of Conduct: By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the AIGA Code of Conduct, which outlines our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.

Photography & Media Release: Photos and/or video may be taken at this event and shared on AIGA Maine’s website, social media channels, or other communications. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of the AIGA Maine team know when you arrive.