Dates:

This workshop will be held in three parts

November 12: 6:00 – 8:00pm
November 13: 11:00am – 3:30pm
November 14: 11:00am – 3:30pm

All experience levels welcome. Ages: 18+

This course is designed for anyone interested in learning the fundamental skills and knowledge essential to printing on a manual platen press using hand-set type. You will use an instructor-curated selection of vintage metal and antique wood type from The Printing Museum’s extensive library as well as cuts (images) to develop your skills. At the end of this course you will have learned the foundation needed to design, set, and print a complete edition of a one-color greeting/holiday card. Depending on the pacing of the class and at discretion of instructor, two-color work may be attempted. Note: Specific skills for running an electric powered platen, such as a Heidelberg, is not covered. Successful completion of this class will allow you to reserve platen presses during Open Studio times.

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

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Registration: $220.
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.