How to make professional screen prints

This quick and helpful tutorial walks you through creating professional-quality screen prints, using Daler‑Rowney’s System3 screen printing supplies. The video offers practical tips and highlights key tools to elevate both the outcome and experience.

Essential Materials

• System3 Acrylic Screen Printing Ink (250 ml)
  These ready-to-use, solvent-free inks deliver superb pigmentation, strong colour, and excellent lightfastness; perfect for vivid, durable prints.

• System3 Liquid Retarder Medium
  A versatile additive that slows drying time and improves flow, making it easier to blend colours and reduce mesh clogging.

• System3 Textile Screen Printing Ink (250 ml)
  Specifically formulated for fabric, these inks remain bright and wash-resistant after heat-setting – lasting for over 20 washes.

• System3 Acrylic Screen Printing Set
  A complete kit designed for beginners and aspiring printers, enabling solvent-free printing onto fabric, paper, canvas, or board.

Top Technique Tip

One simple yet crucial tip from the video: hold your squeegee at a 45‑degree angle and flood the mesh with a smooth up-and-down motion – that helps achieve even ink distribution and clean results.

Why This Guide Matters

This tutorial demystifies screen printing, making it accessible by combining intuitive techniques with dependable materials. The System3 range ensures rich results with minimal fuss, whether you’re printing on paper or fabric. And the squeegee advice adds precision and consistency to every print. It’s ideal for artists, illustrators, or hobbyists wanting to explore printmaking without the complexity.