Events

How on earth did people print things before the invention of the computer? This workshop will cover the mechanics of hand-setting and printing movable type using historic “slow technology” in this one-day introduction to letterpress printing. We’ll cover type setting, lock-up, proofing, printing, and cleaning a Vandercook Universal cylindrical printing press, along with general letterpress […]

Joomchi and Momagami are both a traditional Asian paper craft that creates textured handmade paper using your hands and water. This paper art dates back to the tenth century. (A.D. 918-1392). This processing transforms strong, long-fibered paper, such as kozo (mulberry) paper, into a material with a rich, leather-like texture. The resulting “kneaded paper” is highly […]

Print Your Own Letterpress Cards! Do you cherish receiving a card in the mail, but get paralyzed when looking for the perfect note to send? In this course, we will create together a custom set of greeting cards so you’re ready with the best cards around—the ones you printed! We will supply the ink, paper, […]

Introduction to Bookbinding & Letterpress Materials, Tools & Techniques This free, hands-on class provides an introduction to letterpress basics and bookbinding. Participants will learn about locking up a form on the press bed, inking the press and “pressure” considerations in order to then pull several prints. Other aspects of letterpress printing will be reviewed, such […]