Learn the fundamental practices necessary to begin letterpress printing using hand-set type on a cylinder press. Working in pairs, students will learn basic composition, printer’s math, lock-up, printing, and safe studio practices. Students will have access to a curated selection of the studio’s vast collection of wood and metal type to use in their project. Everyone will walk away with an edition of printed work. This class is a foundation course and satisfies the pre-requisite requirement for Intermediate Letterpress.

All experience levels welcome. Ages: 16+

Optional materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.

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Registration: $120.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!

Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.

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Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!

Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.