Introduction to Exposing a Silk Screen with Heidi Sharp
November 19 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Throughout this course you will be guided from start to finish through the process of screen printing using an exposed silkscreen.
The course aims to ensure that you learn the essentials of the process, allowing you to feel confident in screen printing independently in the future. At the end of the day, you will leave with a small edition of screen prints designed by you.
This relaxed, supportive workshop is perfect for people who have some experience of screen printing, eg, working with paper stencils or mono screen printing, and anyone looking to build their creative confidence. You’ll leave with multiple finished prints, practical screen-printing skills, and all the knowledge you need to continue printing on your own. All materials and equipment are provided.
What to expect
- Learning how to prepare your screen
- Understanding how to use the UV exposure unit
- Exposing your print and taking a series of prints
- Learning how to reclaim your screen
How to prepare
- Participants must send images ahead of the course for preparation. Any questions? Please contact heidi@gainsborough.org
- Images must be entirely black and white – not greyscale. Areas that are black will be inky, and areas that are white will remain white.
- Wear clothes that you do not mind getting ink on!
Who is this for?
This workshop is suitable for beginners and anyone looking to expand their creative practice and explore a new process. No previous printmaking experience is required.
Thursday 19 November 2026, 10am–4pm with hour lunch break
Intermediate & refresher course
Members: £108
Non-members: £120
Max. 6 spaces
Book your space now.
Tickets for all Print Workshop Courses can be cancelled up to one month beforehand. Refunds will be given after this date only if the place is re-sold.
About Heidi
Heidi Sharp is a Colchester based illustrator, printmaker and art facilitator. As a printmaker and illustrator, she focuses her interests on the beauty within the mundane; often exploring the small, everyday moments. These are often later developed and reimagined through silkscreen or risograph. Alongside her personal practice, she works as an Associate Artist at Colchester Makerspace, supporting the printmaking area there. Heidi is also a Print Technician at Gainsborough’s House Print Workshop.
Website: heidisharp.co.uk
Instagram: @heidirosesharp