Learn How to Screen Print
with
Arna Miller
TOP RATED
240 Have Dabbled
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Arts & DIY
Event Overview
In this class, we will learn how screen printing works, and you will get to print your very own item! We focus on printing on flat items, like paper. This class is not specifically about printing on t-shirts, although, a lot of the process translates.
This class includes a lecture, a demo, and hands-on experience. We cover equipment and materials, getting the artwork ready, preparing and burning the screen, reclaiming the screen and using the equipment to print the design on a special item. At the end of this class, Dabblers will understand how to put their artwork onto a printable surface to the delight of all family & friends who receive them.
This class is perfect for artists, students, the curious, creatives, and those who want to set up their own home studio. No experience necessary. If you can pull a squeegee towards you, this class is for you.
What to Bring
Bring clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and a camera or notebook, if you want.
Minimum age
All ages welcome
What's Provided
We provide ink, materials to print on, equipment and tools.
Cancellation PolicyLocation
EVENT DETAILS
EXPLOREMORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Arna Miller
TOP RATED
Arna is a silkscreen artist and owns the Denver print shop Treasure Prizes. She started by taking a class at the Art Student's League in 2009, and created a simple home set-up. Finding that pretty cool, she moved on to do it professionally, working at Indyink for four and a half years, and then beginning her own business venture in 2014. Arna has extensive knowledge in the whole range of set-ups and all parts of the process. She also enjoys long walks on the beach and the sound of rain at night.
EXPERIENCE REVIEWS
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Susan R.Reviewed on 02/23/16Arna did an excellent job of "simplifying" the art of screen printing.
Over-all, for someone like me to walk away without taking notes, I have an excellent clear understanding
of what the process entails, I'm impressed! She really did a great job not over-complicating things.
I am glad I took this class!Arna did an excellent job of "simplifying" the art of screen printing.
Over-all, for someone like me to walk away without taking notes, I have an excellent clear understanding
of what the process entails, I'm impressed! She really did a great job not over-complicating things.
I am glad I took this class! -
Corley B.Reviewed on 02/22/16
Very informative class, and the teacher really knows what she is doing. Somewhat of an awkward space to take a class in, but the instructor has to share a space with other businesses. Wear comfortable shoes, as it is a two hour class and you stand the whole time.
Very informative class, and the teacher really knows what she is doing. Somewhat of an awkward space to take a class in, but the instructor has to share a space with other businesses. Wear comfortable shoes, as it is a two hour class and you stand the whole time.
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Chandra J.Reviewed on 11/03/15
Arna is knowledgeable and able to make screen printing make sense for newbies. The class was interactive and casual and fun!
Arna is knowledgeable and able to make screen printing make sense for newbies. The class was interactive and casual and fun!
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Leif K.Reviewed on 10/18/15
Great short class that will help you decide if screen printing is something you want to dive into. Not overly technical, but covers most of the basics in a very relaxed setting. It made me want to learn more; and find a dedicated workspace!
Great short class that will help you decide if screen printing is something you want to dive into. Not overly technical, but covers most of the basics in a very relaxed setting. It made me want to learn more; and find a dedicated workspace!
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Johanna E.Reviewed on 09/27/15
This class was exactly what dabble is about - a fun way to dip my toes into the process with a person well versed in the activity. The instruction plus hands on approach was spot on.
This class was exactly what dabble is about - a fun way to dip my toes into the process with a person well versed in the activity. The instruction plus hands on approach was spot on.
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Jodi G.Reviewed on 06/22/15
Very informational class with an instructor who clearly is a subject-matter expert. The instructor was open to and answered all questions. Great experience. Thanks!
Very informational class with an instructor who clearly is a subject-matter expert. The instructor was open to and answered all questions. Great experience. Thanks!
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Ben S.Reviewed on 01/03/15
Arna's class is great! I had some screen printing supplies I had bought a while back but been too afraid to try by myself. She walked us through a full print from making the screen to reclaiming it. We got to try every step and now I can't wait to try it at home. Bonus was getting to see her collection of work and how she did it!
Arna's class is great! I had some screen printing supplies I had bought a while back but been too afraid to try by myself. She walked us through a full print from making the screen to reclaiming it. We got to try every step and now I can't wait to try it at home. Bonus was getting to see her collection of work and how she did it!
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Adriane B.Reviewed on 12/17/14
I knew nothing about screen printing before attending this class, but, as a graphic designer, I've always been curious. This class had a great balance of instruction, hands-on participation, and beginners' references for continuing to practice screen printing. I'd recommend this class to anyone who wants to try it once or wants to learn how to set up a screen printing space for his/her own small projects.
I knew nothing about screen printing before attending this class, but, as a graphic designer, I've always been curious. This class had a great balance of instruction, hands-on participation, and beginners' references for continuing to practice screen printing. I'd recommend this class to anyone who wants to try it once or wants to learn how to set up a screen printing space for his/her own small projects.
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Alison M.Reviewed on 12/07/14
Arna was great and I felt like I walked away with a good basic introduction to screen printing! I would definitely recommend this to someone looking for an introductory class (it was focused on how to set it up to do at home).
Arna was great and I felt like I walked away with a good basic introduction to screen printing! I would definitely recommend this to someone looking for an introductory class (it was focused on how to set it up to do at home).
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Jake H.Reviewed on 12/02/14
Great class. The instructor was very knowledgeable. Class was a blast. I had screen printed before, but she still taught me so much. This class was focused on screen printing on posters not t-shirts. That's something I've never considered. Her work is truly art.
Great class. The instructor was very knowledgeable. Class was a blast. I had screen printed before, but she still taught me so much. This class was focused on screen printing on posters not t-shirts. That's something I've never considered. Her work is truly art.
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Ester M.Reviewed on 09/01/14
Such a great time with Arna!! She was a phenomenal teacher and made the entire process fun & educational. Our group left wanting to buy a dark room & all the supplies :-).
Such a great time with Arna!! She was a phenomenal teacher and made the entire process fun & educational. Our group left wanting to buy a dark room & all the supplies :-).
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Tara K.Reviewed on 08/18/14
Best screen printing class I've ever taken.
Best screen printing class I've ever taken.
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Michelle S.Reviewed on 04/10/14Great quickie intro class to screenprinting. Thanks so much!
Great quickie intro class to screenprinting. Thanks so much!
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Brett J.Reviewed on 04/06/14
The teacher was very professional instruction were easy to follow and the flyer she gave out was useful had great resources for a beginner!
The teacher was very professional instruction were easy to follow and the flyer she gave out was useful had great resources for a beginner!
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Ashley A.Reviewed on 04/05/14
This was a great introductory class! Arna covered all the basic steps and we printed a 2-color poster--very clear explanations and good hands' on experience. Thank you!
This was a great introductory class! Arna covered all the basic steps and we printed a 2-color poster--very clear explanations and good hands' on experience. Thank you!
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Cathy K.Reviewed on 01/12/14
Wasn't able to attend because of bad roads, but was notified that I can attend the next class free of charge. Appreciate that.
Wasn't able to attend because of bad roads, but was notified that I can attend the next class free of charge. Appreciate that.
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Supriya S.Reviewed on 01/05/14
I needed a class that would give me a brief overview of screen printing and this was perfect.
I needed a class that would give me a brief overview of screen printing and this was perfect.
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Tom R.Reviewed on 11/04/13
Awesome class! Arna is a great and patient teacher who explains herself really well and is a master of her craft. I highly recommend this class.
Awesome class! Arna is a great and patient teacher who explains herself really well and is a master of her craft. I highly recommend this class.
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Kelsey K.Reviewed on 08/13/13
Great class to learn to screen print!
Great class to learn to screen print!
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Jared B.Reviewed on 07/17/13
I have previous silk screen experience so this class was just a refresher for me as well as a tool to inspire a colleague who needed to understand the process and get his hands dirty. The class was good but I feel those who knew nothing got much more than I did. The description wasn't off but my expectations were.
I have previous silk screen experience so this class was just a refresher for me as well as a tool to inspire a colleague who needed to understand the process and get his hands dirty. The class was good but I feel those who knew nothing got much more than I did. The description wasn't off but my expectations were.
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Zach Z.Reviewed on 04/16/13
This as a great intro class! Great teacher with clear information and leaving with a screen printed beer coozie is always great!
This as a great intro class! Great teacher with clear information and leaving with a screen printed beer coozie is always great!
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Dabble StudentReviewed on 11/08/12Arna was very nice and did a good job of showing us the basics of screen printing! I was happy to have something to take home, too.
Arna was very nice and did a good job of showing us the basics of screen printing! I was happy to have something to take home, too.
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