Academy in Action

Welcome to the ASDPT (The Academy) activity page. Below, you will find upcoming events and speaking opportunities highlighting our Academy members. We will also share links to any recent publications and blog posts. Whether you are a member or simply interested in learning more about the activities of this prestigious group, we invite you to check out the latest information shared by our Academy members.

Academy Members

Upcoming Events

The ASDPT (Academy of Screen and Digital Print Technologies) – is also called the Academy. The Academy members are actively speaking at industry events, conducting training to share their knowledge to help the industry grow and flourish, and attending events to share their expertise and network with others.

Featured News

The Academy members are authoring articles, books, and courses to promote education and best practices in the industry. Check out some of this information in the Featured News section.

Modernizing Art Department Workflow

Academy member Marshall Atkinson wrote an article about Modernizing Art Department Workflow.

The Evolution of a Screen Printing Business

Academy member Marshall Atkinson wrote an article on the Evolution of a Screen Printing Business in the July/August Screenprinting Magazine.

The Fear of AI

Academy member Marshall Atkinson writes about the fear of AI for The Apparelist.

Not all Bees Bumble

Academy member Andy MacDougall interviews Nick Rhodes, who is working on creating new printed homes for Mason Bees. Andy introduces listeners to screen printers worldwide, and we discover what weird and wonderful things people make using screen printing and allied processes.

Bruce Ridge Authors iLEARNING+ Course

Academy member Bruce Ridge recently authored a course for the PRINTING United Alliance online learning platform – iLEARNING+, titled “Screen Printing Ink Essentials for Graphic Applications.” Bruce covers the intricate components that make up these inks and their unique functions and shares valuable insights into selecting the perfect ink for any graphic application.

The Academy in Photos

The photo carousel below shows a small slice of what the members are up to in any given year.