Textiles: polychromatic printing

About this course

The course introduces polychromatic printing, a direct screen-printing process in which designs are painted onto a silk screen using dyes. Participants will explore colour mixing, paper stencils, resists and layering before producing multi-coloured prints on fabric or paper. Teaching combines practical demonstrations, handouts and examples of polychromatic print work. Learners will have opportunities to experiment, develop ideas in sketchbooks and share them informally during group discussion, with feedback and suggestions available throughout.

What you'll learn

• Mix different-coloured Procion dyes
• Paint a design onto a silk screen
• Use paper stencils, resists and layering in print processes
• Produce polychromatic prints on fabric or paper
• Apply health and safety information when working with dyes

Is this course right for you?

The course is aimed at beginners and does not require particular skills, while also accommodating learners with experience in printed or dyed textiles. Participation includes following written and verbal instructions, joining group discussions and carrying out simple measurements and calculations.

• Suitable for learners with any amount of printed or dyed textiles experience
• Requires engagement with demonstrations, handouts and health and safety information
• Includes informal discussion and sharing ideas with others in the group

Before you go

• Basic materials are provided.
• Learners may bring extra or specialist surfaces for printing, such as watercolour paper or cotton or linen fabrics.
• Learners are encouraged to use a sketchbook to record ideas and experiments.