We’ve invited Kate to Chicago to share her method for building color and color relationships through layering. Through a prepared screenprinting project, participants will explore how color theory principles come to life in print.

This workshop will cover ink mixing for transparency, split fountains, blending across hues, CMYK color theory, and how factors such as mesh count and layer order affect opacity and hue. The low-tech format with pre-set palettes allows printers of any experience level to join in. With the addition of stencils, each participant will be able to create a series of screenprinted monoprints reflecting their own style and interests.

All supplies for producing a series of 12” × 12” prints are included. Participants should bring lunch. Campfire will provide tea, coffee, water, and access to a fridge and microwave.

To learn more about Kate’s work, we recommend this interview with Print Club Ltd, where she talks about her love for the language of print and the importance of making artistic decisions during the printing process.