LOW-TECH PRINTMAKING: STENCILS & SCREENS w/ KERY RODRIGUEZ

NEW DATE: This workshop introduces mesh printing, a low-tech process to combine modern DIY screenprinting with 19th-century stencil art 2-day | Friday, September 25 5:30-8:30PM AND Saturday, September 26, 3-6PM Through the use of mylar stencils and modeling paste, adaptable printing matrices will be created from window screen mesh; these “screens” will be highly capable of transferring images onto a variety of different hard and fabric surfaces. This workshop aims to expand the participants' understanding of historical stencil and mesh-based printing techniques while encouraging a low cost, DIY approach to printmaking. __ As a multimedia artist, Kery Rodriguez’ practice initially began in garment intervention. Pre-owned clothing was used as a site for countercultural expression. His work now explores reuse and recontextualization across collage, digital design, and alternative printmaking. Across these mediums, Kery maintains a grounded focus in process and experimentation. With this approach, he has been able to develop an adaptable low cost printmaking method that can work on a variety of surfaces. Through facilitating collaborative learning environments, he aims to share accessible creative tools that encourage participants to rethink material use.