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DATES (This workshop will be held in four parts):April 5: 6:00 – 8:00pmApril 12: 6:00 – 8:00pmApril 19: 6:00 – 8:00pm April 26: 6:00 – 8:00pm All times are US/Central time zone In this four-week course we will cover the process of printing a saddle-stitch book using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. Students will make a book that uses text and […]
Raw Materials in Peace and War is an ongoing series of artist books, named after an economics book written by Anderson-Staley’s grandfather in 1937, which explore the intersections of history and private lives, especially in moments of conflict and tension. Her handmade books are unconventional autobiographies that reimagine her father’s mountainous archive of papers, even […]
Develop the critical practices and attention to detail necessary to successfully print on a platen press. Building on knowledge and skills gained in Beginning Letterpress, students will build their confidence to create letterform-based designs using hand-set type. This class is a pre-requisite for all Advanced Letterpress classes. Successful completion of both Beginning and Intermediate Letterpress […]
In this beginner level class, we will line the cork with cotton fabric and use the versatile long stitch binding to create a three signature journal.
Have you wondered how those beautiful marbled patterned papers are made? In this hands-on one-day workshop, instructor Tony Vela will show you how! The class will start by going over the preparation of materials, including the carrageenan bath, alum treatment of your paper, and getting pigments to the right state ready for marbling. You'll learn […]
Papermaking is an engaging and physical process that you can do right in your own home or workspace. Learn the basic elements of this ancient art as the instructor leads the class through the process of preparing the vat of pulp, pulling a sheet with a mould and deckle, couching the sheet, then pressing the […]
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own stamps and prints? Your chance is here! In this workshop, you will learn the basics of block printing, how to transfer your design, use your tools to carve your very own block, and how to achieve the best results printing. You'll be able to […]
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Bring a friend! Use code 3THURBOGO to get half off when you register two+ people. David Foster Wallace said, “Many of the most important impressions and thoughts in a person's life are ones that flash through your head so fast that fast isn't even the right word.” In this storytelling and poetry workshop, we’ll explore the relationship […]
Bring a friend! Use code 3THURBOGO to get half off when you register two+ people. Have you wanted to learn to draw? Or maybe you’re looking to brush up on your drawing skills. Join instructor Melissa Aytenfisu for a 4-class series in a casual, but supportive environment, where you’ll develop foundational drawing skills that translate […]
