Inkstorm
Ink Storm is a collectively-run non-profit screenprinting studio. We offer affordable studio access to members and classes.
The Ink Storm Screenprinting Collective is a group of individuals working to provide affordable public access to the skills and equipment necessary for screenprinting. We address the lack of affordable studio and workshop space in Halifax, inviting everyone to find creative expression through printed matter. We strive to create a community space for building ideas, sharing skills, and collaboratin
05/03/2021
Free mask making kits! The patterns are screenprinted onto the fabric! WHA!? Yes, that's right, no more fussing with paper patterns and pinning or tracing them onto the fabric! Lots of fabric designs to choose from and comes with other sewing supplies as well! You can even sign up to borrow a sewing machine from Radstorm! We're doing pickup, dropoff, and snail mail too :) Sign up HERE: https://forms.gle/nV24rw18LdqSf8dB6
We have FREE DIY mask making kits available!
If you’re not into sewing but are in need of masks, feel free to reach out- we have some ready made masks that can be dropped in the mail too, including children’s sizes 💞 Email [email protected] to get in touch.
Image is of handmade fabric masks on an abstract background of colours. The text states ‘Radstorm brings you mask making kits! Sign up through the Google form to receive fabric, sewing patterns, instructions and more!’
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5w54eaifgLX9Cv5vWSWCILNE7hotJ1vV0tetAqs2GmxROUw/viewform?usp=send_form
10/27/2020
PRINT SALE BY the INKSTORM COLLECTIVE. its halloween wear a costume, bring cash and get cursed. "TAKE HOME EVIL TODAY!"(actually saturday)
10/06/2020
Apply to be 1 of 13 Printmakers partaking in our October Printmaking Project : apply asap as we were very late to put this out! oops
Participants receive:
Free 24/7 Access to the Inkstorm Studio for the month of October
Free Level 2 Screen Printing Workshop: Multi Layered Prints
Make a Multi-layered Print for the Bootleg Halloween Print Sale on October 31st
-80% of funds from the sale go to the artists
-20% go towards Inkstorm Screenprinters Collective!
Mid-way Check in/Meeting with all participants
Can enter other pieces in the sale (patches,cards,zines,etc)
A chance to connect with other freaks in a project environment!
Print Packing Party & Sale/Space set-up/Curation
Requirements
Must have taken the Intro to Screen Printing Workshop with Inkstorm or have Screen Printing experience
Printmakers must supply their own materials as needed. E.g Paper, Ink, Tape, Light Blocking Markers, Acetate. etc (*UPDATE some paper will be available for free! thanks Wonderneath!)
All Prints are to be themed around Halloween, Horror Films, Tales, Comics,Games etc. (-:< bootlegs welcomed. >:-)
Create at least 1 print on paper during the project with a minimum of 2-3 layers
This project is self directed, however you will always have access to communications/support from Inkstorm Members.
Inkstorm Resources Provided at P.W.Y.C rate to Help you complete your Print(s):
Photocopier (5 cents a copy for B&W 8.5x11.. etc more for colour/bigger)
Communal Computer (free)
Small Storage Space
Screens for rent (5$ for two weeks 10$ for the month)
Printing tables with hinge clamps
Communal Inks, squeegees, scoop coaters + more (free or pwyc donation)
Emulsion for purchase ($5 to coat a screen)
Darkroom with Light Table and Darkbox
Washout stand with Backlight
HALLOWEEN PRINT SALE
Saturday Oct 31st from (tentative time) 11am-4pm?
Screen Printed Art & Posters for sale - made my Participants for the Bootleg Halloween Project
$ Toonie to Enter $ for snack and slime
That’s it. Come trick or treat yourself.
A note to artists: when choosing to engage with violent imagery please make conscious and critical decisions.
07/30/2020
We are still seeking applications for the Ink Storm Screenprinting Collective Job! You don't need to be an expert screenprinter! We will teach you! We are flexible to what the job will look like. If teaching workshops is outside of your comfort level, we can adjust the job description to fit your skills and interests. Applications due tomorrow, July 31 at 5pm. Check out www.radstorm.org/jobs for all the details.
07/26/2020
Inkstorm is hiring! There's a screenprinting coordinator job to help teach workshops and work on solidarity projects to support Black Lives Matter & Indigenous Sovereignty movements! (Must be between 15-30yrs old due to funding requirements). All the details at www.radstorm.org/jobs
We have 2 spots for our workshop tomorrow, Friday 21st from 2-530PM that have opened up.
Email [email protected] to claim!
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Address
2177 Gottingen Street
Halifax, NS
Opening Hours
| Wednesday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Sunday | 2pm - 6pm |