Here’s a little reminder of the tlc that goes into screen printing fabric. The step-by-step process can be tedious, but yields beautiful results. This pattern belongs to Maruja and was printed at a factory in Red Hook. I love how the video was made- it allows the viewer to follow along in the creative process and visualize how an illustration can become a textile.
Allison Glancey and Craig Seder are the designing, illustrating and screen printing husband & wife team behind strawberryluna. The Pittsburgh-based self described music and film nerds are self-taught when it comes to design and screen printing, but we think that that’s exactly what gives their work such a unique, distinct flavor. They first got their feet wet by making stunning gig posters which launched their collective career.
In addition to their silkscreened posters and prints, strawberryluna also does custom illustration work, CD & vinyl packaging, logos & identity packages, traditional-print ready pieces, web-ready icons and designs, t-shirt designs, and much more.
Although we haven’t yet had a chance to get our hands on Mastering the Art of Fabric Printing and Design, from what we’re reading, it sounds like a wonderful and well- rounded resource. Inside are step-by-step tutorials for designing patterns (both digitally and by hand), a comprehensive section on printing techniques—including digital printing, screen printing, stenciling, block printing, and resist dyeing— as well as insider tips for developing a collection and bringing it to the marketplace.
Beautifully illustrated with exquisite swatches, hundreds of photos, and interviews featuring established designers such as Skinny laMinx, Ink & Spindle, and Julia Rothman, Mastering the Art of Fabric Printing and Design is a key resource for anyone looking to learn the basics, expand their skill set, or find design inspiration.
Photos via PapernStitch Blog
Mike Perry has created another awesome book, this time exploring the world of screen printing with Pulled. Popularized by Andy Warhol in the 1960’s, screen printing continues to be a popular medium among artists for its remarkable versatility and relatively low cost. Perry has gathered together over 40 of today’s most talented designers who are each pushing the boundaries of this dynamic medium in their own, distinct way. Since the book is sure to get your creative juices flowing, an illustrated how-to section is also included so you can venture to explore screen printing on your own if you don’t already.
Though we missed the release party, the book is on sale and ready to fill your brain with inspiration!