Introduction to Digital Image Transfer
Tutor- Dominic McKeown
Thursday 22nd June 2pm - 5.30pm
This is an introduction to transferring digital images directly onto a range of surfaces using equipment in the FLAX-LAB.
We will do sublimation printing, where artwork files printed with dye sublimation inks are heat pressed into surfaces, and guide you through cutting digital images onto vinyl, laser engraving and image-making techniques.
We will experiment transferring onto various materials, including wood and textile.
What we cover -
Sublimation printing
Transferring using heat press
Vinyl cutting
Laser engraving
Layering images and techniques
Preparation:
Bring a selection of digital images to work with (can be photographs, drawings, illustrations, design files, etc) on a memory stick
Where: FLAX-LAB
5 North St, Belfast, BT1 1NA
Cost: £50
When: Thursday 22nd June 2pm - 5.30pm
6 Places
Materials included.
FLAX-LAB ‘Introduction to…’
These short courses introduce you to some of our FLAX-LAB equipment and show you how to prepare digital files for cutting, engraving and transferring. Understanding the process and learning how to prepare your files correctly, you will then be ready to use FLAX-LAB facilities and reduce the time and cost of a technician.
