Events

Sewn Board Binding is an elegant and contemporary method of binding a book that features a flexible cover, unattached spine, and completely flat book opening.  It is constructed with little adhesive and common materials.  Unlike traditional case bound books, gluing in the text block is easy.  Participants will fold signatures, use a jig to punch […]

Introduction to Drypoint and Monotype Printmaking Create one-of-a-kind prints while learning how to use an etching press This 4-hour workshop will teach you how to combine the expressive lines of a drypoint with the painterly effects of a monotype print to create a series of colorful prints on the etching press. We will begin by […]

Folded paper stars originated in European folk arts. German educator Fredrich Froebel (1782-1852), founder of the idea of kindergarten, taught young children to make 3-dimensional stars to learn spatial and math concepts. In the Scandinavian countries, Nordic stars are traditionally hung in windows during the winter solstice season to symbolize hope, warmth, and the triumph […]

Back by popular demand, join instructors Kevin McFadden and Bonnie Bernstein for a brief introduction to setting type and printing 15 of your own holiday cards. We’ll have a limited number of wintry dingbats, plate cuts, and even some preprinted materials—you come with the holiday greeting or wording of your choice…15 words max. You’ll leave […]

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 […]