Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use. Bookbinding: all paper and most hand tools. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Bookbinding Studio
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Letterpress Studio
Bookable letterpress studio equipment includes: Vandercook Universal I, No. 4; Chandler & Price Pilot; Golding Pearl No. 3; an extensive collection of wood and metal type, borders, and cuts.
Printmaking Studio
Monotypes, etchings, and linocuts are just some of the editioned work you can print in the printmaking studio.
The papermaking studio is equipped with everything you need to create paper: molds and deckles, vats, felts, drying racks, and a blender.
Risograph
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Studio capacity is restricted to ensure sufficient social distancing. Participants must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. (Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use). Bookbinding: all paper and board. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Bookbinding
Our studios are equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Letterpress
Studio letterpress equipment includes: Vandercook Universal I, No. 4; Chandler & Price Pilot Press; Chandler & Price 10×15 Old Style Platen Press; an extensive collection of wood and metal type, borders, and cuts.
Printmaking
Monotypes, etchings, lithographs, and linocuts are just some of the editioned work you can print in the printmaking studio.
Papermaking
Our studios are equipped with everything you need to create paper: molds and deckles, vats, felts, drying racks, and a blender.
Risograph
Riso model MZ 790 U (two drums, up to 11×17 sheet); drum colors: available colors include blue, sunflower, fluorescent pink, and black.
Studio protocols
Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use. Bookbinding: all paper and most hand tools. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Bookbinding Studio
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Letterpress Studio
Bookable letterpress studio equipment includes: Vandercook Universal I, No. 4; Chandler & Price Pilot; Golding Pearl No. 3; an extensive collection of wood and metal type, borders, and cuts.
Printmaking Studio
Monotypes, etchings, and linocuts are just some of the editioned work you can print in the printmaking studio.
The papermaking studio is equipped with everything you need to create paper: molds and deckles, vats, felts, drying racks, and a blender.
Risograph
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Studio capacity is restricted to ensure sufficient social distancing. Participants must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Risograph
Riso model MZ 790 U (two drums, up to 11×17 sheet); drum colors: available colors include blue, sunflower, fluorescent pink, and black.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. (Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use). Bookbinding: all paper and board. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Studio protocols
Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use. Bookbinding: all paper and most hand tools. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Bookbinding Studio
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Letterpress Studio
Bookable letterpress studio equipment includes: Vandercook Universal I, No. 4; Chandler & Price Pilot; Golding Pearl No. 3; an extensive collection of wood and metal type, borders, and cuts.
Printmaking Studio
Monotypes, etchings, and linocuts are just some of the editioned work you can print in the printmaking studio.
The papermaking studio is equipped with everything you need to create paper: molds and deckles, vats, felts, drying racks, and a blender.
Risograph
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Studio capacity is restricted to ensure sufficient social distancing. Participants must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Risograph
Riso model MZ 790 U (two drums, up to 11×17 sheet); drum colors: available colors include blue, sunflower, fluorescent pink, and black.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. (Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use). Bookbinding: all paper and board. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Studio protocols
Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. (Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use). Bookbinding: all paper and board. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Bookbinding Studio
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Letterpress Studio
Bookable letterpress studio equipment includes: Vandercook Universal I, No. 4; Chandler & Price Pilot; Golding Pearl No. 3; an extensive collection of wood and metal type, borders, and cuts.
Printmaking Studio
Monotypes, etchings, and linocuts are just some of the editioned work you can print in the printmaking studio.
The papermaking studio is equipped with everything you need to create paper: molds and deckles, vats, felts, drying racks, and a blender.
Risograph
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Studio capacity is restricted to ensure sufficient social distancing. Participants must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
Get access to the artist studios at the Museum for your book arts projects! Available during museum operating hours on the first and third Fridays of each month, open studios offer artists and hobbyists supervised access to its resources and equipment at an affordable flat rate. Staff or instructors will be on hand for questions or assistance.
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Guidelines
Participants must:
Have more than 6 hours of group or 1:1 instruction in letterpress, bookbinding, or printmaking at the museum or equivalent experience.
Bring their own consumables. Letterpress: paper, specialty ink. (Standard inks, gloves, cleaning agents, and basic tools are available for use). Bookbinding: all paper and board. Papermaking: pulp. Printmaking: paper, ink, linoleum blocks, tarlatan. Risograph: paper
Bookbinding Studio
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Letterpress Studio
Bookable letterpress studio equipment includes: Vandercook Universal I, No. 4; Chandler & Price Pilot; Golding Pearl No. 3; an extensive collection of wood and metal type, borders, and cuts.
Printmaking Studio
Monotypes, etchings, and linocuts are just some of the editioned work you can print in the printmaking studio.
The papermaking studio is equipped with everything you need to create paper: molds and deckles, vats, felts, drying racks, and a blender.
Risograph
The bookbinding studio is equipped with tools for cutting, stitching and binding, and the cutting and application of leather, lettering, and gold leaf.
Studio capacity is restricted to ensure sufficient social distancing. Participants must wear a mask at all times and practice social distancing. Participants are responsible for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces after use.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
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! This workshop is best-suited for participants 13 years of age and older.
Materials you’ll want to gather ahead of time:
Buttons, x2 the same size (larger is better) flat without a shank. Anything you have two of that’s flat & round will work though, wooden nickels, clock faces, etc.
Ribbon, narrow (1/8”-¼”) and 24” long.
Paper for pages, heavy weight text or cardstock. It can be all the same, or you can use a decorative paper for the half that will be the “front” and a plain paper for the half that will be the “back” side of the pages.
Glue for pages: PVA, white glue, or glue stick
Glue for button covers: a heavy duty glue like E6000 or Gorilla Glue
Long before animation and motion pictures, we had optical toys! In this workshop, we will create a collection of paper optical toys developed in the early 19th century, like the zoetrope and phenakistoscope. These devices spin around a set sequence of images to create the illusion of movement. Templates to create model structures will be provided, along with tips for creating your own content that bridges books, toys, and animation.
Tools required (gather yourself): X-Acto knife or scalpel and extra blades, bone folder, metal ruler (at least 12”), small triangle 3-4”, cutting mat, scissors, PVA glue, glue brush, waste paper, pencil. If you have one, a hot glue gun.
Registration: $130, includes a $35 materials kit mailed to you via US flat-rate shipping (US-only please; contact us if you’re internationally-based and wish to source your own supplies). Please note the registration deadline will be 2 weeks prior to class starting to allow time for kits to arrive.
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.
Location: Online via Zoom. We are planning to make a recording of the program available to everyone who has registered for several weeks afterwards, so you will be able to watch the entire program at your convenience even if you can’t join us live.
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.
