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Explore the history and cultural relevance of silkscreening and its creative applications. This is an informative hands-on workshop focused on the process of making vibrant silk-screened prints, also known as screen printing. Students will learn the basics of this versatile technique, from image preparation to ink application, and will leave with their own printed artworks on paper. 

For this workshop, students will consider several Japanese silk prints from the museum’s permanent collection, currently on view in the Celebrate 70 Exhibition. Students will then work with silkscreens of images created by a local Chinese American artist, Anastasia Leech, drawing inspiration from classic Chinese and Japanese artworks and dragon images. The year 2024 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac. The dragon is said to be the most auspicious of the zodiac signs, with the power to guide the final month of this year in the right direction.

No previous experience is necessary; pre-registration is required.    All materials and supplies are included. A white cotton tote bag will be provided for each student, and you may also bring your own white/light colored t-shirt to print on, if desired.

About the Instructors:

Lauren Anzaldo and Scott Satterwhite have both been screen printing for more than two decades, most recently with the 309 Punk Project. Lauren and Scott both are educators and writers with years of experience teaching and creating DIY arts projects. 

Explore the 309 House Show Annual Artist-in-Residence Exhibition, on view at the PMA October 11 – November 24, 2024. 

To learn more about the 309 Punk Project’s work, please visit: https://www.309punkproject.org. You can also follow them on Instagram and Facebook.