{"product_id":"260502-2nd-4th-may-2026-three-day-decoding-the-screen","title":"260502|2nd - 4th May 2026|Three Day Decoding the Screen","description":"\u003ctable class=\"overview\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 27%;\"\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeicester Print Workshop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"time\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDate \u0026amp; Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturday 2nd, Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th May 2026  10.00am - 4.00pm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"teacher\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTutor \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOswin Tickler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eOver 3 days, participants will explore using free software to create digitally rendered shapes, forms and images that will be translated into unique screen prints. There will be a focus on both using the coding package and also then printing layered, multiple coloured patterns using screens. Each step will be fully explained and supported and prior information is not necessary for doing this course.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eYou will learn some basics of creative coding to generate variable abstract shapes and patterns, which you will then use as a basis for screenprinting your designs. We will also consider how some of the principles behind creative coding might also inform the way in which you physically print your artwork.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eThis is a highly experimental course, suitable for anyone from complete beginners both in creative coding and screenprinting to those that are more experienced screenprinters but are curious about how the two might be used together.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eWe shall be using the open-source coding tool p5.js to generate your ideas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cb data-ogsc=\"\"\u003eCourse Structure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-ogsc=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-ogsc=\"\"\u003eDay One\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Introduction to Oswin’s practice of using code for print design.\u003cbr\u003e• Understanding the basics of how creative coding works.\u003cbr\u003e• Learning to code basic in p5js and applying variables\u003cbr\u003e• Discussing how we are linking code and the screen-printing process.\u003cbr\u003e• Continue writing additional code and customising to give unique outcomes\u003cbr\u003e• Generating and exporting patterns\/shapes\/designs\u003cbr\u003e• Selecting images to be screen-printed next session.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-ogsc=\"\"\u003eDay Two\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Preparing your workspace\u003cbr\u003e• Brief intro to printing for those that need it\u003cbr\u003e• Consider how some of the principles behind coding might inform the way you print your designs to create unique screen prints.\u003cbr\u003e• Printing proofs and working with layers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-ogsc=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-ogsc=\"\"\u003eDay Three\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Continue to experiment with the way you print and layer your images alongside colour field work\u003cbr\u003e• Reflection, feedback and sharing the groups work\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Tutor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOswin Tickler is a London based designer and educator teaching across graphic design, publishing and illustration. Oswin’s work explores experimental processes across analogue and digital media, which has included creating new ways of producing variable digital print using creative code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeicester Print Workshop \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeicester Print Workshop is the regional development centre for printmaking. Established by artists in 1986, we are a registered charity, supported by Arts Council England. Our RIBA award-winning building is situated in Leicester City Centre's Cultural Quarter and is home to a large, well equipped open access Printmaking Studio.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe have over 30 years’ experience of teaching people printmaking. Our programme offers the largest number and broadest range of printmaking courses in the region, with courses suitable for beginners as well as experienced printmakers, delivered by practicing artists and nationally renowned tutors. Participants learn in small and friendly groups in our purpose-designed studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBookings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnline:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou can book online here by credit \/ debit card or Paypal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTelephone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou can pay by card over the phone during our opening hours (Wednesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm). Call us on 0116 251 4174.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn person:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCall in to Leicester Print Workshop during our opening hours \u003cspan\u003e(Wednesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm) \u003c\/span\u003eto book and pay by card, cash or cheque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-course information:\u003c\/strong\u003e We will send you details of how to find us and what to bring with you when we process your booking.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConcessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull-Print Members of Leicester Print Workshop are entitled to a 10% discount on our inhouse courses. 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