Silk Screen Printing on Glass Masterclass

£395

May 9th-10th, 2026

The Glasshouse NE Ltd
5b Albion Road
North Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE30 2RJ

Course Overview

Explore the exciting potential of silk screen printing onto glass. Using traditional glass paints and enamels, you will build up layers of print to create stunning, one-off works of art.

We will provide you with pre-prepared screens featuring four of your own images (each up to A5 in size), plus access to a large selection of stock images on screens. Your designs will be printed onto float glass and fired in the kiln. You are welcome to bring your own coloured, untextured glass to print on.

We will explore multi-layered printing, double-sided printing, and various stencil-making techniques. The course includes demonstrations on using Photoshop to prepare images, as well as advice on how to continue screen printing as part of your creative practice.

No previous glass or print experience is required. The aim is to build your confidence and knowledge to a level where you can easily continue the practice after the course.

Programme

Day One
The morning begins with a talk explaining how the screens were made and demonstrating Photoshop techniques to ensure a solid understanding of the process. We will review many samples of work and discuss both advanced and simpler techniques.

In the afternoon, we will design your print collages and prepare glass for printing. We will then perform double-sided printing with multiple layers of paints and transparent enamels.

Day Two
The second day is dedicated to hands-on printing. I will demonstrate printing with simple hand-made stencils as well as more complex high resolution photographic images made using photosensitive stencils. The focus is on equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to continue printing independently after the two days. I will provide all necessary links and support contacts to help you continue your practice.

What's Included

• Use of all equipment, float glass, paints, and enamels

• Pre-prepared screens with your own images

• Access to stock image screens

• Access to my Whatsapp support group for post-course questions

• Optional: Keep your screens for £40

• Simple starter kits available for purchase

The key goal is to empower you to continue printing beyond the course, ensuring it's not just a one-time experience.

About the Tutor

James Cockerill, winner of the prestigious Stevens Architectural Glass Artist of the Year Award, is a Fine Art graduate and founder of HALTglass. James combines photography, graphic design, and print with both traditional and modern stained glass techniques. He has delivered courses for the staff of the York Glaziers Trust and the Stained Glass Museum in Ely.

Terms of Booking

Cancellations more than six weeks before the course:
Full refund (100% of course fees)

Cancellations within six weeks of the course:
No refund available. However, you are welcome to resell or gift your place. Please provide the new participant's contact details so we can ensure they're fully prepared.

Full terms and conditions: https://james-cockerill.squarespace.com/course-terms-and-conditions