Students will learn the basics, from dry fiber to sheet formation, as well as techniques for embellishing bare sheets into works of art using a technique called printing with pulp. Using finely beaten cotton pulp that is screened onto the wet pulled sheet with a hand-cut stencil. When dried, the print is actually part of […]

Learn the basics of silkscreen to print your own t-shirts and posters!  Charles Criner, the Museum’s Artist in Residence, guides students through the process of choosing a design, building the frame, and burning the screen using the photo-emulsion method, transparent film, or the touch and glue method. Proper inks and color applications will also be […]

This three hour course will introduce book lovers, including readers and those who appreciate books as physical objects, to the fascinating and addictive pursuit of what has been called “the best indoor sport.” For those with an interest in starting or expanding a book collection we will discuss the means and methods of book collecting, […]

This three hour course will go “beyond the basics” of the world of book collecting. If you have taken the Introduction to Modern Book Collecting or you are already a more advanced collector, this course will cover additional advanced topics concerning collecting. These will include the use of bibliographies and other research tools to investigate […]

Learn the basics of cutting a linoleum block and printing on the Vandercook proof press. During the first meeting on Tuesday evening, students will be introduced to the techniques of image transfer and the tools and materials for cutting the blocks. Students will participate in the methods with hands-on exercises, and at the end of […]

Learn Paper Engineering! Create holiday themed Pop-Up Cards, while learning basic techniques, terms, and a foundation for creative exploration. Each student will make three cards using a variety of techniques. Cost:  $55 (includes materials) Dates:  Tuesday, November 8, 2016, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Please note that Museum Members receive 10% off the price of tuition. Advanced […]

This sculptural book structure is created by artist Hedi Kyle and is based on the accordion fold. It has flags alternating back and forth. There are multiple ways to design the flags. Displaying individual images on each flag, writing text, or incorporating one large image displayed across all the flags are just some of the […]

Learn the fundamentals of letterpress printing using photopolymer plates. During the first class students will receive a brief introduction to the letterpress print process and learn the basics of print production for photopolymer platemaking using the Adobe Creative Suite. Instruction will be provided on best design practices for letterpress printing, file prep, and how to […]