Date/Time: Tuesdays 6-9pm, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 & Saturday 7/19, 12-3pm
Ages: 18+
Cost: $400
Registration deadline: Saturday 7/1
Maximum enrollment: 8
Instructor: Edson Rosas
Skill Level: Intermeidate, Screenprinting experience required
Fall in love with the secrets of printing with Edson in our CMYK screen printing class. In this class you will dive deep into the world of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black and learn the fundamentals and advanced techniques of color separation, blending, and printing.
This hands-on course is designed for intermediate printers seeking a solid foundation in CMYK screen printing as well as experienced printers looking to refine their skills. You'll explore the principles of color theory, understanding how to achieve a wide spectrum of hues, shades, and tones through meticulous ink layering and registration.
Through practical demonstrations and guidance, you'll discover:
Color Theory and Separation: Learn the principles of CMYK color separation and its application in screen printing. Understand how to convert designs into print-ready separations using digital tools (Photoshop).
Ink Mixing and Blending: Master the art of mixing CMYK inks to achieve precise colors and gradients. Experiment with different ink densities and combinations to create sweet effects.
Printing Techniques: Refine your printing skills by understanding proper squeegee pressure and registration methods.
*Students will be expected to provide their own computers and photoshop - There will be limited access to a Highpoint computer. Please email our Education Programs Manager, Jo, with any questions at jo@highpointprintmaking.org
About the instructor: Edson Rosas (he/they) is an educator & gallery director who works in printmaking, drawing, soft sculpture, poetry, and performance. He holds an MFA in Print Media from Pacific Northwest College of Art (2021) and a BFA from Minnesota State University, Mankato (2019). Edson works occasionally at C&C Editions, has taught many classes at Highpoint, has worked as a printer for Watershed Center for Fine Art Publishing and Research in Portland, Oregon, curated shows, and has shown work in group and solo exhibitions.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Registration and payment may be completed through this website. You will receive an email a week prior to your class with information about the class.
Refunds are no longer available after the registration deadline.
Please call 612-278-4162 or email jo@highpointprintmaking.org if you wish to pay with cash or check, or have any questions.
DISCOUNTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
A 10% discount is available for Highpoint Members.
Full Color Print Scholarship: A limited number of full tuition scholarships are available through the Full Color Print Scholarship, which provides free classes to individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Request a scholarship for this class by clicking the button below, or call, email or visit Highpoint. See our Discounts and Scholarships page for more details.
