your screen printing videos are the best on youtube, clear concise and friendly instructions for people just starting out. so frustrated with people who expect you to know loads already. I have done a bit of screen printing over the years but only with stencils on a home made screen, the results were great but I want to go more advanced. this video has given me the help I need!
One year ago I watched this video and felt good about giving it a try. Thank you so much for this post. In a year I have learned so much from her ad others about screen printing, but it was this video that started me on this lovely journey. I have made so many cute shirts for school kids and others. It is my way of giving. They buy their own shirts and I print. I am still learning but have been able to help others by providing help with personalized t-shirts. Fear was my enemy until I saw this video. Yes, I make mistakes and often, but in the end, she and I are human and it is a hobby that helps others feel good. If fear of making a mistake or a mess is stopping you, do it anyways. Thank you Ms. Hill.
What a great tutorial. I missed this demonstration in class today and after watching this and getting notes from my friends, I think I'll be just fine using this process. Thanks, Tonya.
Thank you so much for your simple instructions. I have tried and failed at other methods, but your instructions were right on point. I was so happy to create a successful screen today. My t-shirts had such a professional look.
very nice explanation, There is only a few things left to ask on this one. 1) once the emulsion is on the screen and image burnt in how long will the screen last aka won't the emulsion eventually deteriorate or does it last permanently forever ? 2) Is regular projector paper or clear ink jet transfer paper or clear laser jet transfer paper good enough to uses? (It seems if the ink isn't dark enough then doubling/tripling up printer sheets would compensate for this as long as its clear see thru for the rest of the nonimage i imagine it should work)
It seems like a lot of you already know the photo emulsion method of screen printing, but please don't take your complaints out on this person. I'm doing my first photo emulsion print this weekend and this is definitely one of the more informative videos I've found, so thank you for the video! As far as the debate on using a pie tin like she suggested - again, please do not take this out on her! I have the Screen Printing Kit made by Speedball (which is what she is using) and the SPEEDBALL INSTRUCTIONS tell you to do it this way!! Blame the Speedball Company, not her... **If you do use a pie tin like this, be sure to mount a ceramic enclosure in the pie tin - not the bulb itself! This will act as an insulator, but you should still probably use a good bit of electrical tape as well (duct, masking, etc tapes will not help!). Even so, I would still recommend against this method because it is still not the safest way unless you are 100% sure you know what you are doing! Anyone have any advice using the Speedball Diazo Photo Emulsion with a 250W or 500W Halogen worklamp? The directions tell you to use either a 150W Clear Incandescent (45 minutes) or a 250W BBA 1 Photo Flood (10 minutes iirc) from 18" away. Well, the hardware store had a 200W Clear Incandescent but I didn't want to use a pie tin like they suggest and a 500W Halogen worklamp was cheaper anyways! Home Depot has a 250W for $9 and a 500W for $12, can't go wrong there!
Jon McGrath You can definitely go that route, Jon. I'm a pro printer, and I used that method in a shop I worked at years ago. (Owner was cheap) :-) It'll work better than what they're showing you here- just make sure to remove the UV filter that comes on the hardware store light. If I remember correctly, you should get a good exposure at around 12 minutes. You'll have to experiment a little.
@SalArtkip You can use acetate, you just need something that is transparent where you dont want imagery.. you could even just cut things out of paper as long as it is thick enough to block the light, then just place the paper on top of the emulsion.. GL KB
Also should you store the emulsion chemicals that are not open or mixed with the sensitizer chemicals in the refrigerator or cold place or can they just be stored at room temp until mixed. And is there any length of time that if you don't mix the emulsion chemicals that it goes bad. Like if you don't open up the bottle for to long and uses it. I get after its mixed store in cold dark area and it lasts for a reasonable long time...just kind of asking about before mixing time lag
I have a screen that has been used many times before, and the fabric is now stained (the whole thing is a kind of splotchy dark grey, instead of the white it once was) would that affect the final product if I used it for photo emulsion?
What do you use to clean off fabric ink without removing the photo emulsion chemical off? I'm new to screen printing, and I'm trying to teach it to myself so I can design custom tshirts.
any one know if the screen has to be new to get good results with the photo emulsion? I have a screen I've used a lot and want to make something permanent on it
I got a 250watts fog light instead of that regular bulb. will i have the same exposure/burning time for 10 mins? how mcuh is the drying time of the emulsion applied on the screen? thanks
I thought ...well, hoped she would rig up the light so we could see what supplies would be needed. Perhaps a lamp with an adjustable arm that supports a 250W bulb.
You can use photo editing programmes to create a halftone image, basically a bunch of different size dots that you can use for a photo. Then if you use a high enough screen thread number, you can use this to screen print from.
I'll give her an A for effort. She didn't tell you that you have to degrease the screen before your put emulsion on it. She also didn't tell you that it's a bad idea to use a tin pie pan as a reflector. That pan conducts electricity. Look at where the bulb threads are taped to the pan. Never, ever do this. Emulsion is light-sensitive. It's not O.K. to coat a screen in direct light. The directions on the bottle will tell you to do this in subdued light. The directions will also tell you that Diazo sensitizer is a skin irritant. Handle this stuff with gloves. And for God's sake, don't try to align two pieces of art. Not only is it difficult to keep aligned, but multiple layers will cast shadows and ruin the stencil. One dark, single image only. And if you intend to use this method of printing repeatedly, it would be a good idea to invest in a scoop coater. Using the squeegee to coat your screens is not a very good idea. Emulsion is supposed to be applied evenly.
Well, because you already know the whole process, first of you don't need to be told of this, and second of all, for very beginners, it's fine,, to get a bare idea of the whole process and slowly adding to it,, again,, you'll never find a place where they teach you all, you always gotta fall on your own steps to learn all this,, i think he video is great!
Chrls5 And because I do know the whole process, I took the time to point out some important issues that could help the uninitiated. And because you'll never find a place where they teach you all, it takes people, like me, to fill you in on other important aspects of the process. You'd prefer to learn the hard way? You'd rather pull your hair out trying to figure out what other's neglected to tell you? You'd like to get knocked on your ass because someone's bare idea of burning a screen could possibly get you electrocuted? While I'm fairly certain that this woman is a generally good person and was nice enough to make a video, she attempted to teach people about a process that she knows very little about. Even with the tips I've mentioned, this video is missing far more than half of the bare ideas to be considered "instructional". So let me get this straight..... She half-asses a course in screen printing, and you say "Nice!!!". But I give you more-informed thoughts on the process & warn you that part of her process could harm you, and managed to do it without bad-mouthing the woman! And you don't have the common courtesy to say, Thank you? Since you obviously have a problem with my advice, I'll leave you to continue your journey down the dark path. Oh... and remember to get the pie pan as close to the light socket as you can & then tape it in place really good! You might also want to be standing in a puddle of water when you hit the switch. Best of luck to you.
Seemsayin i'd thank you if you would've already put up a video about this,, pointing out all the things you say it's missing here, and the ones that are already in it,, but yeah,, i feel like an ass, so thanks !! no hard feelings :)
Seemsayin The threaded part of a light bulb is connected to ground, so if you wanted to, with the bulb lit, you could lick the pie pan and not get shocked. You didn't know that did you? Your advice is wrong and sarcastic. Why would you have a puddle in your house near a light switch? It wouldn't matter either way, the switch is grounded too, and it's plastic, so it won't shock you even if you were dripping wet. I wouldn't advise peeing into the light switch however, as that might cause a tingle in your dingle. And yes, I'm an electrician.
Gee whizz. You came all this way just to tell me that I'm wrong, and sarcastic! I am honored. Tell me, genius... what is the purpose of a ground? And why does it require a wire? Secondly, what would happen to your tongue, if it were touching a ground and the ground was actually serving it's purpose at that moment? And yes. I'm an electrician, too. My advice is correct, and you are a booger eater, with self esteem issues. BTW, I also forgot more about screen printing, than this lady will ever know. So, smart ass, my intention was to educate and inform. There is no sarcasm in my previous post. However, I get the impression that you have nothing better to do than to try and sound smarter than me. Believe it, if you like. But nobody cares. I did the uninitiated a favor. Can't say the same about you. Perhaps you should have stayed in school. And of course, you'll be back with some teenager-laden nonsense, and you can probably beat me up, and your dad is a master electrician, and you went to Harvard, or you'll just call me a few names. Go ahead. Do your worst.
SORRY, NO TALKING TOO AND SAYS NOTHING TO DO FULL STEPS THAT WE CAN SEE THE RESULTS OF EACH OF THEM, NOT ONLY THE SIMULATE. SORRY IF MY COMMENT AGAIN OFFEND THANK YOU.
your screen printing videos are the best on youtube, clear concise and friendly instructions for people just starting out. so frustrated with people who expect you to know loads already. I have done a bit of screen printing over the years but only with stencils on a home made screen, the results were great but I want to go more advanced. this video has given me the help I need!
One year ago I watched this video and felt good about giving it a try. Thank you so much for this post. In a year I have learned so much from her ad others about screen printing, but it was this video that started me on this lovely journey. I have made so many cute shirts for school kids and others. It is my way of giving. They buy their own shirts and I print. I am still learning but have been able to help others by providing help with personalized t-shirts. Fear was my enemy until I saw this video. Yes, I make mistakes and often, but in the end, she and I are human and it is a hobby that helps others feel good. If fear of making a mistake or a mess is stopping you, do it anyways. Thank you Ms. Hill.
just I like you but my fears so big ..I am still in my place since 1 year ...
What an incredible explanation! Very clear, very precise, very detailed. Thank you so much, Tonya!
What a great tutorial. I missed this demonstration in class today and after watching this and getting notes from my friends, I think I'll be just fine using this process. Thanks, Tonya.
Thank you so much for your simple instructions. I have tried and failed at other methods, but your instructions were right on point. I was so happy to create a successful screen today. My t-shirts had such a professional look.
Thank you for a very sensible easy to follow demonstration. I wish you well. May other Australians learn of your video...
God job..even a "newbie" like me was able to follow your very well presented video Thanks.
very nice explanation, There is only a few things left to ask on this one. 1) once the emulsion is on the screen and image burnt in how long will the screen last aka won't the emulsion eventually deteriorate or does it last permanently forever ? 2) Is regular projector paper or clear ink jet transfer paper or clear laser jet transfer paper good enough to uses? (It seems if the ink isn't dark enough then doubling/tripling up printer sheets would compensate for this as long as its clear see thru for the rest of the nonimage i imagine it should work)
gorgeous screen printing teacher................
It seems like a lot of you already know the photo emulsion method of screen printing, but please don't take your complaints out on this person. I'm doing my first photo emulsion print this weekend and this is definitely one of the more informative videos I've found, so thank you for the video!
As far as the debate on using a pie tin like she suggested - again, please do not take this out on her! I have the Screen Printing Kit made by Speedball (which is what she is using) and the SPEEDBALL INSTRUCTIONS tell you to do it this way!! Blame the Speedball Company, not her...
**If you do use a pie tin like this, be sure to mount a ceramic enclosure in the pie tin - not the bulb itself! This will act as an insulator, but you should still probably use a good bit of electrical tape as well (duct, masking, etc tapes will not help!). Even so, I would still recommend against this method because it is still not the safest way unless you are 100% sure you know what you are doing!
Anyone have any advice using the Speedball Diazo Photo Emulsion with a 250W or 500W Halogen worklamp? The directions tell you to use either a 150W Clear Incandescent (45 minutes) or a 250W BBA 1 Photo Flood (10 minutes iirc) from 18" away.
Well, the hardware store had a 200W Clear Incandescent but I didn't want to use a pie tin like they suggest and a 500W Halogen worklamp was cheaper anyways! Home Depot has a 250W for $9 and a 500W for $12, can't go wrong there!
Jon McGrath You can definitely go that route, Jon. I'm a pro printer, and I used that method in a shop I worked at years ago. (Owner was cheap) :-) It'll work better than what they're showing you here- just make sure to remove the UV filter that comes on the hardware store light. If I remember correctly, you should get a good exposure at around 12 minutes. You'll have to experiment a little.
TONYA HILL YOU ARE AMAZING!! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!
Thank you for sharing....btw you remind me of Debby Harry.
Nicely explained in Detail. Thanks a lot.
@SalArtkip You can use acetate, you just need something that is transparent where you dont want imagery.. you could even just cut things out of paper as long as it is thick enough to block the light, then just place the paper on top of the emulsion.. GL
KB
Also should you store the emulsion chemicals that are not open or mixed with the sensitizer chemicals in the refrigerator or cold place or can they just be stored at room temp until mixed. And is there any length of time that if you don't mix the emulsion chemicals that it goes bad. Like if you don't open up the bottle for to long and uses it. I get after its mixed store in cold dark area and it lasts for a reasonable long time...just kind of asking about before mixing time lag
Great video presentation. Thank you!
really helpful and beginner friendly video
how and what do you use to print the images on the plastic sheet? what other material can be used instead of the plastic sheet
really helpful! thank you.
thank you carolina!!! love you
Madam sorry I what to use 1000W can i use 12" measurement from halogen lamp up to screen printing?
I have a screen that has been used many times before, and the fabric is now stained (the whole thing is a kind of splotchy dark grey, instead of the white it once was) would that affect the final product if I used it for photo emulsion?
What do you use to clean off fabric ink without removing the photo emulsion chemical off? I'm new to screen printing, and I'm trying to teach it to myself so I can design custom tshirts.
thank you my lady God bless you
any one know if the screen has to be new to get good results with the photo emulsion? I have a screen I've used a lot and want to make something permanent on it
I got a 250watts fog light instead of that regular bulb. will i have the same exposure/burning time for 10 mins? how mcuh is the drying time of the emulsion applied on the screen? thanks
Thank you!
thank you, that was awesome
can i use that kind of exposure unit in any brand of photo emulsion?
A for effort I learned a lot but that lightbulb thing is scary!
is it regular photo emulsion or that is just for screen?thanks
I thought ...well, hoped she would rig up the light so we could see what supplies would be needed. Perhaps a lamp with an adjustable arm that supports a 250W bulb.
Is possible the realization of normal photos in black and white whit this emulsion ???
You can use photo editing programmes to create a halftone image, basically a bunch of different size dots that you can use for a photo. Then if you use a high enough screen thread number, you can use this to screen print from.
thank's
thank you
I'll give her an A for effort.
She didn't tell you that you have to degrease the screen before your put emulsion on it. She also didn't tell you that it's a bad idea to use a tin pie pan as a reflector. That pan conducts electricity. Look at where the bulb threads are taped to the pan. Never, ever do this.
Emulsion is light-sensitive. It's not O.K. to coat a screen in direct light. The directions on the bottle will tell you to do this in subdued light. The directions will also tell you that Diazo sensitizer is a skin irritant. Handle this stuff with gloves.
And for God's sake, don't try to align two pieces of art. Not only is it difficult to keep aligned, but multiple layers will cast shadows and ruin the stencil. One dark, single image only.
And if you intend to use this method of printing repeatedly, it would be a good idea to invest in a scoop coater. Using the squeegee to coat your screens is not a very good idea. Emulsion is supposed to be applied evenly.
Well, because you already know the whole process, first of you don't need to be told of this, and second of all, for very beginners, it's fine,, to get a bare idea of the whole process and slowly adding to it,, again,, you'll never find a place where they teach you all, you always gotta fall on your own steps to learn all this,, i think he video is great!
Chrls5 And because I do know the whole process, I took the time to point out some important issues that could help the uninitiated. And because you'll never find a place where they teach you all, it takes people, like me, to fill you in on other important aspects of the process.
You'd prefer to learn the hard way? You'd rather pull your hair out trying to figure out what other's neglected to tell you? You'd like to get knocked on your ass because someone's bare idea of burning a screen could possibly get you electrocuted?
While I'm fairly certain that this woman is a generally good person and was nice enough to make a video, she attempted to teach people about a process that she knows very little about. Even with the tips I've mentioned, this video is missing far more than half of the bare ideas to be considered "instructional".
So let me get this straight..... She half-asses a course in screen printing, and you say "Nice!!!". But I give you more-informed thoughts on the process & warn you that part of her process could harm you, and managed to do it without bad-mouthing the woman! And you don't have the common courtesy to say, Thank you?
Since you obviously have a problem with my advice, I'll leave you to continue your journey down the dark path. Oh... and remember to get the pie pan as close to the light socket as you can & then tape it in place really good! You might also want to be standing in a puddle of water when you hit the switch.
Best of luck to you.
Seemsayin i'd thank you if you would've already put up a video about this,, pointing out all the things you say it's missing here, and the ones that are already in it,, but yeah,, i feel like an ass, so thanks !! no hard feelings :)
Seemsayin The threaded part of a light bulb is connected to ground, so if you wanted to, with the bulb lit, you could lick the pie pan and not get shocked. You didn't know that did you? Your advice is wrong and sarcastic. Why would you have a puddle in your house near a light switch? It wouldn't matter either way, the switch is grounded too, and it's plastic, so it won't shock you even if you were dripping wet. I wouldn't advise peeing into the light switch however, as that might cause a tingle in your dingle. And yes, I'm an electrician.
Gee whizz. You came all this way just to tell me that I'm wrong, and sarcastic! I am honored. Tell me, genius... what is the purpose of a ground? And why does it require a wire? Secondly, what would happen to your tongue, if it were touching a ground and the ground was actually serving it's purpose at that moment? And yes. I'm an electrician, too.
My advice is correct, and you are a booger eater, with self esteem issues. BTW, I also forgot more about screen printing, than this lady will ever know.
So, smart ass, my intention was to educate and inform. There is no sarcasm in my previous post. However, I get the impression that you have nothing better to do than to try and sound smarter than me. Believe it, if you like. But nobody cares. I did the uninitiated a favor. Can't say the same about you. Perhaps you should have stayed in school. And of course, you'll be back with some teenager-laden nonsense, and you can probably beat me up, and your dad is a master electrician, and you went to Harvard, or you'll just call me a few names. Go ahead. Do your worst.
Very detailed, thanks alot!
-McKinney
Thanks for this video. It helps a lot :D
@keepitacrime
ahaha im watching this video so i can do that too! what nbm band did you do?
@SalArtkip puedes buscarlo como fotoemulsor y activador para el fotoemulsor la marca es diazzo speedball
What kind of bulb what wattage should we use?
+Miss korea I use a 500 watt work light I got from home depot and you can see on my website it works great
www.bluecrabclothing.com
great thank you for the fast response. I can't wait to try it.
10 minutes? I heard it was 30 with the light source 18 inches away. What is the best time?
The inverse square law is a bugga ain't it...
Nice!!!
Oh boy, give me strength!!!!
Hell yeah lady.
which is?
suggestion - use anything that has a lot of power behind the sprayer! otherwise you'll be there forever.
السلام عليكم ارجو ان تشرحولي المواد بالعربية محتاجة دروري
thanks man :)
For some reason, the picture of the frog and "left behind" is really depressing.
Why didn't you show us the remaining steps instead of talking about them?
Se llama batidillo
Half an hour in the sun would totally overexpose it. A few minutes would do the job
are you really sure you can do all that in "daylight" ?
Nice lady, but it was a bit slow. You could explain it in 5 minutes.
oops damn auto correct, i mean this was very helpful.
Seems like a very nice lady but I would not go about it like that
denk caroline
I am Opretor
Jobs
didnt even prep the screen smfh
POTATO
this is wrong in so many levels
SORRY, NO TALKING TOO AND SAYS NOTHING TO DO FULL STEPS THAT WE CAN SEE THE RESULTS OF EACH OF THEM, NOT ONLY THE SIMULATE. SORRY IF MY COMMENT AGAIN OFFEND THANK YOU.