GA-Screenprinting with Polygone Cowboy

Join Cairns based screenprinter Sam, from Polygone Cowboy for an intensive 6 hour workshop where participants will be guided through the complete process of photographic silkscreen printing with a strong focus on DIY water based screenprinting in the home studio setting.

Event details

Time: 10am to 4pm
When: Thursday, 9 April 2026
Cost: $35; registration required. (Limited to 15 people) (This event has been subsidised thanks to Regional Arts Development Fund)
Suitable for: 18+

What to expect

• Learn how to coat screen with photographic emulsion;
• Create a stencil by exposing their design onto the silkscreen a UV exposure lamp or solar exposure (weather permitting);
• Practice screenprinting onto paper before printing created design onto a T-shirt. 

What's provided

• All screen‑printing materials (screens, squeegees, inks, emulsions and paper).

What to bring

• Light coloured Cotton T-Shirt (for printing final design)
• Make sure you come in comfortable clothing and covered shoes are a must
• Lunch
• Water bottle

Workshop Cancellation Policy

• Gatakers Artspace cannot accept responsibility for any changes in personal circumstances. Missed workshops or change of mind are at your own expense.
• If a participant chooses to cancel their confirmed registration, or cannot or does not attend the workshop, the following will apply:
• The registered participant may invite another person to substitute their place in the workshop (in which they are registered) at any time at no charge;
• If notice is received 2 or less days from the scheduled starting date, a refund will not be offered.
• If a workshop is cancelled by Gatakers Artspace a full refund or a reschedule will be provided. Gatakers Artspace will endeavour to advise participants of cancellation at least 48 hours prior to workshop.

This event is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Fraser Coast Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.