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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 […]
During this online demo we print a two-color, thank you note card on a platen press. From composing and lock-up, to mixing ink and printing, you get to see the whole operation and ask questions along the way. When we're done we'll send you a pack of 10 with blank envelopes. Location: Online via Zoom […]
Demonstration Description: Join Michelle Wiebe as she guides you through the science and practice of maintaining razor sharp edges on your gouges. Having a properly maintained set of tools will result in greater carving accuracy, longer lasting blades, reduced physical fatigue as well as less chance of injury. Using a basic set up of easily […]
Gather your supplies and follow along with us as we make a cute-as-a-button miniature book, using two buttons for covers and materials on-hand at home. The small class size allows for individual attention, so sign up early before it fills up! Once you've registered, Zoom login details and a materials list will be shared with […]
Follow along as we print customized book plates on a cylinder press. From setup and lock-up, to inking and printing, you get to see the whole operation and ask questions along the way. Each book plate will have an area for up to 12 characters for personalization for the burgeoning bibliophile. When we're done we […]
Demonstration Description: Interested in expanding the variety of colour in your print images? Michelle Wiebe will guide you in the secrets of planning and executing multiple block prints lots of colour. She will show you how to design and transfer your image to multiple blocks so that they are placed in correct alignment and using […]
Demonstration Description: Learn all about the history and evolution of letterpress printing and how you can incorporate it into your printmaking or mixed media practice. Using a Kelsey table top press during the demonstration, Michelle Wiebe will guide you through basic terminology, press operation as well as show you basic lock up techniques for type […]
Learn the trick to breaking the grid and setting type in the round to make circular coasters. You’ll receive a set from class perfect for New Year 2021! We are planning to make a recording of the program available to everyone who has registered, so you will be able to watch the entire program at […]
Gather your supplies and follow along with us as we make a fishbone fold book together. This unique origami-style book starts as a single sheet of paper that comes together after scoring, cutting, and folding it just so. The small class size allows for individual attention, so sign up early before it fills up! Once […]
Demonstration Description: Thinking about investing in some letterpress equipment or have a rusty little machine that you would love to bring back to life? Using a table top Kelsey Platen Press to demonstrate, Michelle Wiebe will cover basic press components and operation as well as how to spot damaged areas, cleaning methods, making minor repairs […]
