Serigraphy (silkscreen printing) Boot Camp

Workshop suspended for the time being - those interested should contact Karen Fiorito directly at

Silkscreen. You've worn the t-shirts, seen silkscreen printing everywhere from historical propaganda posters to lettering on the walls of museums. Ever been tempted to tackle the process yourself but weren't quite sure how to get a toehold? Master screen printer Karen Fiorito takes you through all the steps. Using imagery that you supply via a digital image you e-mail to us, you will be guided through the process of making a small edition of two-color silkscreen prints! You will take home an edition of approximately 10 prints of your own making in the Andy Warhol style, as pictured above. Please note - you will need to e-mail a scanned portrait that you'd like to emulate one week before the workshop starts. You may also submit a hard copy for scanning for an extra ($10) fee.

NOTE: Due to increased demand and weekend conflicts for those who have expressed interest in the workshop but cannot make the weekend session, we are now offering this workshop as a 'mini-session' on a wednesday evening, once a month. Please see details below. Price for the mini-session is  $175.

	print by Karen Fiorito for artists Mac and Retna		Skill Level: Beginner/ Intermediate Location: Downtown Studio Instructor: Karen Fiorito Duration: One Day. Dates: See available sessions below About the Instructor: Karen Fiorito did her BFA at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and her MFA in Printmaking at the University of Arizona. She has taught and lectured at the University of Southern California, University of Arizona and even at her undergraduate alma mater, University of the Arts in PA. Her work has been featured in publications worldwide, including as examples in The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes (Christopher James), Hustler Magazine, Art in America and many others. Topics covered in the workshop are: making separations (screens) from a digital file or flat artwork registration of screens color strategies for separations and the creative process choice of inks - other alternatives to ink choice of paper/ alternate material selections for substrates historical practices and creative options image enhancement/modification (bleaching, brushing, masking and other advanced practices) analysis and follow through/troubleshooting session where warranted care and handling of final prints

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Space in the workshop will be limited to 10 (ten) participants..Each participant will go home with their own edition of silkscreen prints. The workshop fee is $275 or $240 for members or if purchased online, below. This is also available as a weeknight mini-session lasting four hours (see below). There is an additional lab fee of $25 to cover the cost of fine art papers and inks for this workshop. Participants with credentials or student IDs from recognized educational institutions will receive 15% off, as  will members. The workshop takes five hours and includes a lunch with a non-alcoholic drink of your choosing. The fee also includes handbook summarizing topics included in the workshop. Individual instruction is also available upon inquiry.  All workshops must be paid for (or else a deposit left) before 72 hours (three days) from the start of a workshop or else a penalty fee of $50 will apply. Payment may be made online in advance (see below) at a discounted rate. Payments taken by telephone, fax or in person will not reflect this discount. Groups also welcome by prior arrangement.. Individual instruction is also available upon inquiry

	Discounts: Please see our membership page for additional huge discounts on all workshops and merchandise as well as other goodies. There is an additional $20 off the workshop fee if purchased online, below. Students of accredited educational institutions are also eligible to receive a 15% discount on all workshops. Please inquire about multiple workshop discounts too.

	Payment: Payment may also be taken by telephone, fax or in person,  or online below.  All workshops must be paid for (or else a deposit left) before 72 hours (three days) from the start of a workshop or else a penalty fee of $50 will apply. Payment may be made online in advance (see below) at a discounted rate. We accept all major credit cards, cash or cheque. to reserve space by telephone, call: Workshop Dates/Times (click on drop-down menu for availability) Weekend - May 30, 12-6 PM USD 240.00 Weekend - June 27, 12-6 PM USD 240.00 Silkscreen 101 Lab Fee USD 25.00 Mini-Session June 16, 6-10 PM USD 175.00 Mini-Session July 7, 6-10 PM USD 175.00 Silkscreen 101 Lab Fee USD 25.00

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