This summer, young adventurers embarked on a thrilling journey of creativity and hands-on learning at Camp Create, using The Printing Museum’s well-equipped book arts studios. With weekly themes that brought imagination to life, this exceptional visual arts summer camp was an opportunity for kids to explore, create, and be inspired.
Book arts is more fun with friends! Get 50% off 2nd registration with code: BOGO50
Come play and experiment with low-relief printing on letterpress! Stratography, also known as pressure printing, is a hybrid blend of monotype and low-relief printmaking methods using letterpress printing equipment that results in softer edges than traditionally associated with printing. It’s a playful form of printmaking for traditional printmakers and letterpress printers looking for new mark making effects for their work. However, all artists are welcome! This technique lends itself equally well to both abstract and subjective image making.
All experience levels welcome. This class does not certify for Open Studio.
Ages 18+
All materials supplied.
Optional: Students are encouraged to bring low-relief objects such as lace, small feathers, or other similarly flat objects for experimental printing.
Registration: $105, includes all materials. Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!Members must log in to activate the discount. If you are a member and don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Location: This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum in our NEW LOCATION, 3121 San Jacinto St.
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.We reserve the right to cancel the workshop if we don’t make minimum enrollment.
Learn the tips and tricks to take the frustration out of aligning multiple colors in your letterpress prints. In this class students will split up amongst platen and cylinder presses and learn the similar techniques to getting that beautiful, perfect alignment…or how to intentionally mis-register your prints to create an effect. Mastering registration is one of the key skills for pulling a consistent edition. Learning this skill will help you save time on press and reduce frustration when working with multiple colors. We’ll also address ink selection and mixing.
This class takes place over two sessions and is open to students who have successfully completed Learn Letterpress 1 & 2 or by permission of the instructor for those with previous letterpress experience. This class will benefit those who’ve take Digital Letterpress and would like to advance their multiplate registration skills. Successful completion of Levels 1, 2, and 3 certifies a student to use letterpress equipment during Open Studio.
Ages 18+ All materials supplied.
Registration: $155, includes all materials. Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you are a member and don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Location: This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum in our NEW LOCATION, 3121 San Jacinto St.
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.We reserve the right to cancel the workshop and provide a full refund if we don’t make minimum enrollment.
Get your fingers inky in this whirlwind, two-hour letterpress event. The evening starts with a short demonstration on how to use the press and get a good print. Work collaboratively to create a unique print using the museum’s extensive collection of wood and metal type. You don’t need any experience to participate in Ink & Drink. You’ll be impressed by what you create and the fun you’ll have. Adults 18+
This event is BYOB (for those 21 and up)! Light snacks provided. Space is limited, so register early.
(This class does not qualify as a pre-requisite for advanced letterpress classes or Open Studios.)
Location: This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum in our NEW LOCATION, 3121 San Jacinto St.
Registration: $40, includes all materials. Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!Members must log in to activate the discount. If you are a member and don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
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.
Pull paper and letterpress print in this two-day workshop! This workshop offers students the opportunity to experience an express version of two of our popular offerings: papermaking and letterpress printing. First, you’ll learn how to pull card-size sheets of paper with master papermaker Kathy Gurwell. In the second session after your paper has dried, you will use your very own paper to print a simple letterpress greeting card edition. Like farm to table, this workshop offers students a chance to experience the entire continuum of pulp to final print.
This workshop does not certify for Open Studio.
All experience levels welcome. Adults 18+.
Registration: $160, includes all materials.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today! Members must log in to activate the discount. If you are a member and don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Location: This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum, 3121 San Jacinto St.
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.
Learn the tips and tricks to take the frustration out of aligning multiple colors in your letterpress prints. In this class students will split up amongst platen and cylinder presses and learn the similar techniques to getting that beautiful, perfect alignment…or how to intentionally mis-register your prints to create an effect. Mastering registration is one of the key skills for pulling a consistent edition. Learning this skill will help you save time on press and reduce frustration when working with multiple colors. We’ll also address ink selection and mixing.
This class takes place over two sessions and is open to students who have successfully completed Learn Letterpress 1 & 2 or by permission of the instructor for those with previous letterpress experience. This class will benefit those who’ve take Digital Letterpress and would like to advance their multiplate registration skills. Successful completion of Levels 1, 2, and 3 certifies a student to use letterpress equipment during Open Studio.
Adults 18+.
Registration: $155, includes all materials.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today! Members must log in to activate the discount. If you are a member and don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Location: This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum, 3121 San Jacinto St.
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.
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