I bought this kit and an S1 when it was a kickstarter... still haven't opened either one. I need to make space for them. But I just wanted to let you know this is probably the best video for the screen printer so far. Most of the other videos I watched were "laser people", not artists or anyone with prior screen printing experience. It's nice to get another perspective.
Awesome video Chris, hope you had fun with it & it wasn't too stressful for filming. Definitely a great system for people with home studios & limited space. Did you mention how many pre emulsion screens come with the kit? Also registration & color mixing could be a video in itself. But yeah the human hand is what it's all about. Great first crack at it, I know you've already dialed in your approach from next time.
Thanks Alphonzo! It was definitely fun and I'm excited to use it again. My kit came with a bunch of coated screens, I think it was 4, 4 packs. Registration would have been way less of a headache if I cut all my paper the same way so it was accurate. Whoops! But yeah that stuff could be a video for sure.
As a fellow adhd subscriber I can’t explain to you how much I love your vids! Also I think it would be really cool if you set those prints for sale but we don’t know which one we are getting (that’s for the originals of you sell those obviously) then you could sell individual prints of each one we could choose from 🖤✨
Thanks so much!!! I did put them up in my shop with the good ones for each color and then a discounted “mystery” version for half price that’s extra imperfect.
two tips that are probably in the comments already but 1) just put a couple pieces of tape in the corner of where you want your paper to go, then no matter if the paper size is different you'll always be aligning from the same point on each sheet, and 2) it's generally good to put down white before lighter colors, especially when printing on colored media, so combine your yellow layer into the first screen (this also has the added benefit of giving you more to align with, like if you didn't have that cutout in where the arm went). anyway, love this video! would love to see more of you using this system and hearing your tips and tricks and hacks!
This is really cool. It's nice that you still have the option to recoat the screen. But you probably have to use a different emulsion that can be used with a Ladecutter right? Just one tip, I've learned that you flood the screen right after printing. Otherwise the remaining paint on your screen after printing might dry in the meantime. Print, lift, flood and then change the paper or do whatever you need to do. That will prevent dry paint messing up your prints.
Welp, looks like I need to save up for one of these. I've been wanting to switch my shirts from DTG to screen printing for a while, but haven't been in a place to buy in bulk. This would be so versatile. Goals!
alignment was my issue too . i have this same system and it’s very fast. things i would like to see modified. and easier way to do alignment especially after ink is on the screen. and id like to see higher mesh counts.
I think the only reason I had the alignment issue was because of my paper size issue. I’m curious to see how the next one goes. I think I’ll have less issues.
Curios to know if you had printed the white lettering with the skull (screen one), then yellow lettering over the white (screen 2) ,would it have been less transparent. .?- thanks,david
Thanks for this Chris. It’s a very nice system, but still seems like a lot of work. Not sure the squeeze is worth the juice, when you consider other options like local screen printing companies. Are you able to reveal the time you invested in this operation, from finished art, to last print?
Well I think if you want to screen print on a regular basis this is an easier way to do it and avoids needing a makeshift darkroom + exposure setup. But I agree if you’re someone that would screen print sparingly, having a professional shop do it would be easier.
@@chris-piascik You can also have a local company burn your supplied screens for you, we do that for local printers often. But that print station is pretty nice with the micro adjustments too.
Don't forget, you're mainly paying for the laser cutter. Might be easier and less time consuming to use a local printer, but the cutter would be good for engraving, paper crafts etc. Opens up other product opportunities. I mean, if my art wasn't shit that doesn't sell, I'd go for it 😂
@chris-piascik Have you ever tried a 3 point registration method, 2 pieces of tape on the long side and one on the small side, this should fix that problem overall. Also, a little off contact on your platen will help as well.
That’s what I would do when I used to print without this grid thing. I think the reason I had an issue all comes down to my paper not being perfectly sized since I was using that for alignment.
Love the print, but I went to buy one and the shipping to Canada was $81 for a $14 print! There has to be a better way? Maybe we can do a trade? I do linocuts and other prints... . never hurts to ask.
Dang it. I just sold my Glowforge last week because I needed the cash. Now I am regretting this and see a way you can use this in any laser cutter. Fridgehole!
Coating screens and blasting things off-another cool aspect of your videos! It's always great to learn something new. Your content appeals to a broad audience, even those who don't speak your language (printing and such), and you still manage to entertain. Well done, sir!
Thanks for the video. I was a professional Printmaker for many years. These are "Prints" not "Reproductions" or "Posters" Print-on-Demand is a lie. It is actually "Reproductions-on-demand". What you created were "Tests" known as "AP", or "Artists Proofs". Then, you created a “single production run” of what should be "Numbered Original Prints" and they should be Signed, Dated, and Numbered. They should also come with a document of Authenticity that details How, Where, and When you produced the run (Include the name of the “shop” if you work in a shared workspace). Note: All computer printed images are "Posters", "Reproductions", or "Copies" of original artwork, or original photos. Anyone representing their works pulled from computer printers as “Prints” or “Fine Art Prints” are guilty of Art Fraud, and that is a serious Felony offence. Artists may only call their pieces “Prints” if the works came from "Printing Plates", or "Printing Screens". I am glad to see Printmaking make its way into the digital era, but just know that for those that are making the effort to invest their own sweat equity into their work, there are formalities to follow, and laws to protect your efforts from the hordes of Art Criminals that swarm the Internet.
I think there’s a broader conversation to be had about authenticity and value in the age of digital art that is less accusatory. Any physical version of a digital piece is a commonly referred to as a print, and value is determined by the demand and the market. I guess there’s also a difference between the fine art market and commercial art audiences.
Oh sorry, I was trying to not make the video crazy long and there’s lots of specific tutorial videos, but really after importing the art into the xtook software it sort of just does its thing.
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I bought this kit and an S1 when it was a kickstarter... still haven't opened either one. I need to make space for them. But I just wanted to let you know this is probably the best video for the screen printer so far. Most of the other videos I watched were "laser people", not artists or anyone with prior screen printing experience. It's nice to get another perspective.
Oh thanks, glad to hear this was helpful!
Great video. And I totally agree that the offsets are awesome!
Thanks!! I
Awesome video Chris, hope you had fun with it & it wasn't too stressful for filming. Definitely a great system for people with home studios & limited space. Did you mention how many pre emulsion screens come with the kit? Also registration & color mixing could be a video in itself. But yeah the human hand is what it's all about. Great first crack at it, I know you've already dialed in your approach from next time.
Thanks Alphonzo! It was definitely fun and I'm excited to use it again. My kit came with a bunch of coated screens, I think it was 4, 4 packs. Registration would have been way less of a headache if I cut all my paper the same way so it was accurate. Whoops! But yeah that stuff could be a video for sure.
Yes to monthly prints please!
Always use a white underbase for any color (except white of course), unless printing on white paper/garment/etc.
Yeah, that’s solid advice.
As a fellow adhd subscriber I can’t explain to you how much I love your vids! Also I think it would be really cool if you set those prints for sale but we don’t know which one we are getting (that’s for the originals of you sell those obviously) then you could sell individual prints of each one we could choose from 🖤✨
Thanks so much!!! I did put them up in my shop with the good ones for each color and then a discounted “mystery” version for half price that’s extra imperfect.
I’m so glad they reached out to you 🎉
Thanks, me too!
Just ordered an imperfect print! Loved watching your process! 🔥
Thank you for the support!
two tips that are probably in the comments already but 1) just put a couple pieces of tape in the corner of where you want your paper to go, then no matter if the paper size is different you'll always be aligning from the same point on each sheet, and 2) it's generally good to put down white before lighter colors, especially when printing on colored media, so combine your yellow layer into the first screen (this also has the added benefit of giving you more to align with, like if you didn't have that cutout in where the arm went).
anyway, love this video! would love to see more of you using this system and hearing your tips and tricks and hacks!
Thanks! I posted another video making a 4 color print last week!
Awesome!! I love xTool, I have S1 as my first laser engraver.
Oh nice! I’m excited to learn more about the things I can do with it. I don’t really know anything about it yet.
This is really cool.
It's nice that you still have the option to recoat the screen. But you probably have to use a different emulsion that can be used with a Ladecutter right?
Just one tip, I've learned that you flood the screen right after printing. Otherwise the remaining paint on your screen after printing might dry in the meantime. Print, lift, flood and then change the paper or do whatever you need to do. That will prevent dry paint messing up your prints.
I haven’t looked into coating screens yet as I’ll likely just hold onto the cut screens and buy a pack of coated ones because it’s reasonably priced.
that purple one is dope
Thank you!
oooh, I want a purple one! 😻
Welp, looks like I need to save up for one of these. I've been wanting to switch my shirts from DTG to screen printing for a while, but haven't been in a place to buy in bulk. This would be so versatile. Goals!
It is a pretty cool setup!
alignment was my issue too . i have this same system and it’s very fast. things i would like to see modified. and easier way to do alignment especially after ink is on the screen. and id like to see higher mesh counts.
I think the only reason I had the alignment issue was because of my paper size issue. I’m curious to see how the next one goes. I think I’ll have less issues.
Curios to know if you had printed the white lettering with the skull (screen one), then yellow lettering over the white (screen 2) ,would it have been less transparent. .?- thanks,david
I know you're asking him.. But I think you're correct in your thoughts in the questions!!
Definitely would have solved the issue of the yellow not being opaque enough over the red.
Thanks for this Chris. It’s a very nice system, but still seems like a lot of work. Not sure the squeeze is worth the juice, when you consider other options like local screen printing companies. Are you able to reveal the time you invested in this operation, from finished art, to last print?
Well I think if you want to screen print on a regular basis this is an easier way to do it and avoids needing a makeshift darkroom + exposure setup. But I agree if you’re someone that would screen print sparingly, having a professional shop do it would be easier.
@@chris-piascik You can also have a local company burn your supplied screens for you, we do that for local printers often. But that print station is pretty nice with the micro adjustments too.
Don't forget, you're mainly paying for the laser cutter. Might be easier and less time consuming to use a local printer, but the cutter would be good for engraving, paper crafts etc. Opens up other product opportunities.
I mean, if my art wasn't shit that doesn't sell, I'd go for it 😂
This is just…. scik 🤙🤟 take my money, my dude.
Thanks so much!
where did you get the paper from?
@chris-piascik Have you ever tried a 3 point registration method, 2 pieces of tape on the long side and one on the small side, this should fix that problem overall. Also, a little off contact on your platen will help as well.
That’s what I would do when I used to print without this grid thing. I think the reason I had an issue all comes down to my paper not being perfectly sized since I was using that for alignment.
mine has been sitting in the box since new years. just waiting for that creative spark.
Just tell yourself the first thing is just for practice and to figure it all out!
@@chris-piascik Action sparks creativity. Rarely does creativity spark action.
Yeeesssss!
Question - do you need to vent this laser cutter?
Yeah, it just had a plastic hose that you just stick in a window. Alternatively I think you can attach it to an air purifier
@@chris-piascik thanks!
Where did you get the colorful paper?
French Paper (online shop)
Hey Chris, both of your xtool links go to the laser cutter. Can you fix the one for the screen printing set up?
Whoops! www.xtool.com/products/xtool-screen-printer-1st-screen-printing-solution-with-laser-test-noindex
Love the print, but I went to buy one and the shipping to Canada was $81 for a $14 print! There has to be a better way?
Maybe we can do a trade? I do linocuts and other prints... . never hurts to ask.
Send me an email! Sometimes the auto-calculated shipping costs aren’t accurate.
Dang it. I just sold my Glowforge last week because I needed the cash. Now I am regretting this and see a way you can use this in any laser cutter. Fridgehole!
Ah yeah I imagine it would work with any laser cutter.
so much want
I really like it.
🤔Pricey, my GoccoPro 100 is $9,000!
This looks like it may be good to go🤔🤔
Wow!
I don’t know what it means! I’ll take your word on it 😅
What are you referring to?
Coating screens and blasting things off-another cool aspect of your videos! It's always great to learn something new. Your content appeals to a broad audience, even those who don't speak your language (printing and such), and you still manage to entertain. Well done, sir!
@@erdegora Oh thanks so much! That's really nice to hear!
Thanks for the video. I was a professional Printmaker for many years. These are "Prints" not "Reproductions" or "Posters" Print-on-Demand is a lie. It is actually "Reproductions-on-demand". What you created were "Tests" known as "AP", or "Artists Proofs". Then, you created a “single production run” of what should be "Numbered Original Prints" and they should be Signed, Dated, and Numbered. They should also come with a document of Authenticity that details How, Where, and When you produced the run (Include the name of the “shop” if you work in a shared workspace). Note: All computer printed images are "Posters", "Reproductions", or "Copies" of original artwork, or original photos. Anyone representing their works pulled from computer printers as “Prints” or “Fine Art Prints” are guilty of Art Fraud, and that is a serious Felony offence. Artists may only call their pieces “Prints” if the works came from "Printing Plates", or "Printing Screens". I am glad to see Printmaking make its way into the digital era, but just know that for those that are making the effort to invest their own sweat equity into their work, there are formalities to follow, and laws to protect your efforts from the hordes of Art Criminals that swarm the Internet.
I think there’s a broader conversation to be had about authenticity and value in the age of digital art that is less accusatory. Any physical version of a digital piece is a commonly referred to as a print, and value is determined by the demand and the market. I guess there’s also a difference between the fine art market and commercial art audiences.
Next time I would like to see you actually cutting the screen 😊
Oh sorry, I was trying to not make the video crazy long and there’s lots of specific tutorial videos, but really after importing the art into the xtook software it sort of just does its thing.
0:50 as I sit here looking at a Speedball box….
11:33 smart 👍🏻
18:31 yay; a community collection !!!
And I will start with the purple one of these I just ordered😊
Hah thank you!
I didn’t try that one! So maybe it’s good??
So, now, we can send you our art files, and you’ll provide the screen printing service. Sounds like a plan. Check your inbox!
lol it’s bad enough doing it for myself! The only fun part is seeing my drawing actually become a thing.
A very satisfying feeling I’m sure.
Dirty job tho 😅.
Not as dirty as coating screens with emulsion and blasting them out after exposing them!