For the colours used within the screen print I have decided to experiment with a gradient, which is something I haven't explored before.
I have researched into how the process works, from the video tutorials it just rather simple. The paints are literally just placed next to one another and blended with the tool that pushes them into the screen and thus onto the paper.
Reasons for screen print method:
- Will be able to achieve precise design (from a digital)
- Would not have been able to develop any typography as the same font was not available
- Would not have been able to develop the gradient with other traditional print methods e.g. monoprint
Reasoning behind the colour choices:
"The rainbow flag, commonly known as the gay pride flag or LGBT pride flag, is a symbol of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) pride and LGBT social movements. (Other uses of rainbow flags include a symbol of peace.) The colours reflect the diversity of the LGBT community, and the flag is often used as a symbol of gay pride during LGBT rights marches. While it originated in Northern California, the flag is now used worldwide."
- Strong connection to gay pride
- Through a survey conducted by myself was found to be meaningful
Some of the colours has to be mixed to achieve a more precise correct colour of the flag. I wanted to get as close as I could to the original flag colours to create a strong connection.
I often mixed three or more colours to achieve one I was happy with.
I also had to tone down some of the colours as they mixed darker than they appear from the bottle. Achieved this by adding white bit by bit to create a lighter shade.
- One thing I have learnt from past experiences with screen printing is to stick down the paper before printing begins
- I stuck each piece down with tape onto the base so they wouldn't move or smudge and then after each one was printed removed it swiftly so I could quickly print the next
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