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 made or purchased tools she will show you how to hone, sharpen and repair dings on your U gouges, V gouges and Chisels. All items demonstrated can either be inexpensively purchased locally or else up-cycled from easily sourced scraps.
This is an excellent resource or refresher for anyone who is intimidated by the world of sharpening, those who have inherited some long neglected tools as well as artists who are considering upgrading from their current student set of blades. This demonstration is interactive so there will be plenty of time during and afterwards to ask specific questions. Participants are encouraged to have their current set of tools and questions handy during the course of the demonstration for personalized guidance.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $25. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
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
Registration: $45, includes demo workshop and a 10-pack of cards and envelopes. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
RESCHEDULED DATE: Sat October 31st, 10:30am CDT.
Join Paul Moxon as he teaches cylinder press maintenance and repair using The Printing Museum’s presses. While working on the museum’s presses, Paul will also discuss common issues attendees will face when doing similar work themselves. Attend all day or log-in just for the machines you are interested in. Approximate schedule of machine maintenance:
- Vandercook No. 4—10am to 12pm
- Universal 1—1:00pm to 2:30pm
- Vandercook 425—2:30pm to 4pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $25. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
Demonstration Description:
Whether you are looking to make limited edition prints or carve your own re-useable set of blocks, carving your own linoleum is a useful skill for any letterpress printer. Michelle Wiebe will show you specific tools and skills for designing, carving and printing your blocks with a press. She will cover image transfer, safe carving methods, mounting and shimming blocks and achieving optimal ink coverage. Using lots visuals and demonstrating on a table top Kelsey Platen Press she will also demonstrate many different approaches and methods to get the results you are looking for as well as troubleshooting common issues. This class is perfect for beginners in linocut printmaking and/or letterpress printing or for those looking for a refresher. Sign up and start enhancing your projects with a professional looking handmade touch of linocut.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $25. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
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 made or purchased tools she will show you how to hone, sharpen and repair dings on your U gouges, V gouges and Chisels. All items demonstrated can either be inexpensively purchased locally or else up-cycled from easily sourced scraps.
This is an excellent resource or refresher for anyone who is intimidated by the world of sharpening, those who have inherited some long neglected tools as well as artists who are considering upgrading from their current student set of blades. This demonstration is interactive so there will be plenty of time during and afterwards to ask specific questions. Participants are encouraged to have their current set of tools and questions handy during the course of the demonstration for personalized guidance.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $25. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
UPDATE: The Printing Museum is taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19 and will remain temporarily closed. We regret that this means this workshop will be cancelled, but look forward to scheduling it again at a future date! If you have purchased tickets for this workshop, our staff will be reaching out to you with options. We will still be available to serve our community by email, and continue to closely watch the developing situation. Stay healthy, Houston!
Dates: Friday 6pm to 9 pm + Saturday & Sunday 10 am to 4 pm (13 hours total instruction)
May 29, May 30, May 31 (three-part workshop)
Experience letterpress! This course will teach you the foundational skills essential to printing on a Vandercook cylinder press using moveable type. We’ll be using a curated selection of The Printing Museum’s extensive library of vintage metal and antique wood type as well as cuts (images). At the end of this course you will have learned the basic skills needed to design, set, and print a complete edition of one-color, greeting cards.
Course goals:
- Learn to use basic typesetting skills: California type case, multi-line composition, incorporating images and ornaments, and lock up.
- Perform image registration and make-ready
- Pull a print and run an edition
- Incorporate essential studio practices into your workflow (care and safety in the print studio)
- Understand and apply general knowledge of the cylinder press and how relief printing works
Open to all skill levels, no prior experience with letterpress necessary. Ages 18 and up (15- to 17-year olds with a paying guardian). This course is a pre-requisite for intermediate and advanced letterpress workshops. Successful completion of this course qualifies you for open studio rental using the cylinder press. (See open studio agreement)
Registration: $220 early bird before May 8th, after $250. Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
Materials to bring:
- 1-pair of reusable gloves (for clean-up)
- Snack and/or drink in a closed container (optional)
- All other materials will be provided.
UPDATE: The Printing Museum is taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19 and will remain temporarily closed. We regret that this means this workshop will be cancelled, but look forward to scheduling it again at a future date! If you have purchased tickets for this workshop, our staff will be reaching out to you with options. We will still be available to serve our community by email, and continue to closely watch the developing situation. Stay healthy, Houston!
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. This event is BYOB! Light snacks provided. Space is limited, so register early.
Registration: $35 including all materials; members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
UPDATE: The Printing Museum is taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19 and will remain temporarily closed. We regret that this means this workshop will be cancelled, but look forward to scheduling it again at a future date! If you have purchased tickets for this workshop, our staff will be reaching out to you with options. We will still be available to serve our community by email, and continue to closely watch the developing situation. Stay healthy, Houston!
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. This event is BYOB! Light snacks provided. Space is limited, so register early.
Registration: $35 including all materials; members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
UPDATE: The Printing Museum is taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19 and will remain temporarily closed. We regret that this means this workshop will be cancelled, but look forward to scheduling it again at a future date! If you have purchased tickets for this workshop, our staff will be reaching out to you with options. We will still be available to serve our community by email, and continue to closely watch the developing situation. Stay healthy, Houston!
Dates: Tuesdays, 6pm to 9 pm (12 hours total instruction)
April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28 (four-part workshop) – NEW DATE to start April 7th
Experience letterpress! This course will teach you the foundational skills essential to printing on a Vandercook cylinder press using moveable type. We’ll be using a curated selection of The Printing Museum’s extensive library of vintage metal and antique wood type as well as cuts (images). At the end of this course you will have learned the basic skills needed to design, set, and print a complete edition of one-color, greeting cards.
Course goals:
- Learn to use basic typesetting skills: California type case, multi-line composition, incorporating images and ornaments, and lock up.
- Perform image registration and make-ready
- Pull a print and run an edition
- Incorporate essential studio practices into your workflow (care and safety in the print studio)
- Understand and apply general knowledge of the cylinder press and how relief printing works
Open to all skill levels, no prior experience with letterpress necessary. Ages 18 and up (15- to 17-year olds with a paying guardian). This course is a pre-requisite for intermediate and advanced letterpress workshops. Successful completion of this course qualifies you for open studio rental using the cylinder press. (See open studio agreement)
Registration: $220 early bird before March 31st, after $250. Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
Materials to bring:
- 1-pair of reusable gloves (for clean-up)
- Snack and/or drink in a closed container (optional)
- All other materials will be provided.
UPDATE: The Printing Museum is taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19 and we will be closed to the public through the end of March. We regret that this means this workshop will be cancelled. If you have purchased tickets for this workshop, our staff will be reaching out to you with options. We will still be available to serve our community by telephone and email, and continue to closely watch the developing situation. Stay healthy, Houston!
There’s still room in the May 20th class, if the health situation has improved and we’re able to proceed as planned.
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. This event is BYOB! Light snacks provided. Space is limited, so register early.
Registration: $25 including all materials; members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
