There’s something different about learning in person. You can watch all the tutorials you want, but standing next to someone who’s been in the game, asking questions, sharing ideas, and actually pulling a print...that’s where the magic happens.
The Last Piece, a free one-day workshop in Quincy, Massachusetts, brought that magic to life. It was built around screen printing, but what made it special was the mix of people who showed up. First-timers. Pros. Shop owners. Artists. Everyone came to learn, connect, and leave better than they came.
Real Printing. Real People. Real Progress.
The day was packed with live demos, technical tips, and hands-on printing. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real talk, real tools, and real experience. Printers learned how to dial in mesh and emulsion, fine-tune their setups, and grow their shops. From squeegees to screens, attendees got hands-on with the gear that brings designs to life.
Whether testing ink or watching a print come to life on a ROQ Automatic press, it all clicks in a real-world setting. There's just certain kinds of insight you can’t get from a video. Being in the same room with other printers opens up new ideas and builds real momentum.
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What People Had to Say
“The Last Piece was an incredible industry event with every level of shop owner in mind. Informative and accessible presentation with a healthy mix of real printing happening. Every industry event should take note.”
— Together Press (Massachusetts)
“It was the best screen printing event for any level that I have been to. It shows how the top members of the industry can still be the most generous and open people. It solidified that we are all one family.”
— Jake Becker, High Pine Custom Apparel (Maine)
“As a woman in this field, it can be intimidating. I did not feel that on Saturday. The energy was so positive and the vibe was energizing. It renewed our excitement for this journey and reminded us why we started.”
— Pamela Meness, Diamond Phoenix Creations (Canada)
“From hands-on printing to networking with other printers and educators, it was a day filled with learning and meaningful conversations. I left with a clearer vision of where I want to take my shop.”
— Anthony, Abisaad Print (Massachusetts)
“People from every level of the industry, all under one roof with a shared purpose. Seeing that mix of experience and enthusiasm was inspiring. The conversations and collective energy gave me motivation to be better and help others be better too.”
— Nick Alligood, High Pine Custom Apparel (Maine)
“So many great screen printing minds in one place. We connected with other shops and learned from the best in the business. A great environment to sharpen our skills and meet so many great people. It was game changing for our shop.”
— Austin Brough, Turbo Ink (Illinois)
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Why It Matters
Events like this aren’t just about printing. They’re about people. When you get printers in a room who are willing to teach, learn, and support each other, you raise the bar for the entire industry. Everyone goes home better, sharper, and more confident.
Big shoutout to GraphXSource for keeping the crew fed and to the educators who showed up to pour into the community.
Final Thoughts
If you ever get the chance to go to a screen printing workshop like this, take it. It’s not just about printing. It’s about showing up, building each other up, and moving the whole craft forward.
The job is never done. That’s what keeps it exciting and keeps us #poweringtheprint.