Silkscreen Prints

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Silkscreening is a complex and highly skilled method of reproduction. An art form in its own right, each colour is printed separately meaning the process to complete the edition can take months. As it is done by hand, there can be slight variations in each one. Also known as silk-screening or serigraphy, silkscreen printing involves using a tightly stretched mesh or screen (hence the name!). The first step is to mount the silkscreens over your chosen canvas, with a separate screen for each colour. Once the screens or stencils are in place, artists roll, press, sponge or squeegee their ink or paint over the silkscreens to leave a design.