April 10, 2021
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2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Interested in expanding the variety of color in your print images? Michelle Wiebe will guide you in the secrets of planning and executing multiple block prints lots of color. She will show you how to design and transfer your image to multiple blocks so that they are placed in correct alignment and using a table top Kelsey Platen press she will give a variety of approaches to locking up your multi block creations and neatly printing your layers. She will also give guidance in trouble shooting and making minor adjustments to account for carving or alignment errors. This class presumes a basic knowledge of linocut carving (even if you’ve never used them on press). There will also be plenty of time for questions throughout this interactive demonstration, participants who have example projects they are working on are encouraged to keep them at hand for specific advice on achieving successful prints.
Location: Online via Zoom. 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 your convenience even if you can’t join us live.
Registration: $35.
Register » https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/perfect-linocut-registration/2776302
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.
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.
May 8, 2021
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2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
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 and sourcing replacement parts (much of this information is applicable to a wide range of press models and styles). She will also touch on where to gain printing knowledge and find resources that can lead you further into your letterpress journey. If you have been looking for a place to really understand the potential of letterpress printing as well as for those who may have inherited some equipment and are not sure where to start with restoring it – this class is for you! There will also be plenty of time for questions throughout this interactive demonstration, participants who already have a press they wish to restore should have it handy so that they can ask specific questions or show areas that they are unsure about. Never be afraid of rust – Michelle will help you feel empowered as you acquire these skills and tackle a project with great rewards.
Location: Online via Zoom. 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 your convenience even if you can’t join us live.
Registration: $35.
Register » https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/refurbishing-a-small-press/2776306
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.
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.
December 10, 2021
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December 12, 2021
Dates
This workshop will be held in three parts:
December 10: 6:00 – 8:00pm
December 11: 11:00am – 3:30pm
December 12: 11:00am – 3:30pm
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 18+
This course is designed for anyone interested in learning the fundamental skills and knowledge essential to printing on a Vandercook cylinder press using hand-set type. You will use an instructor-curated selection of vintage metal and antique wood type from The Printing Museum’s extensive library as well as cuts (images) to develop your skills. At the end of this course you will have learned the foundation needed to design, set, and print a complete edition of a one-color greeting card or small poster. Depending on the pacing of the class and at discretion of instructor, two-color work may be attempted.
Successful completion of this class will allow you to reserve cylinder presses during Open Studio times.
Materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.
Registration: $220.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
November 12, 2021
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November 14, 2021
Dates:
This workshop will be held in three parts
November 12: 6:00 – 8:00pm
November 13: 11:00am – 3:30pm
November 14: 11:00am – 3:30pm
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 18+
This course is designed for anyone interested in learning the fundamental skills and knowledge essential to printing on a manual platen press using hand-set type. You will use an instructor-curated selection of vintage metal and antique wood type from The Printing Museum’s extensive library as well as cuts (images) to develop your skills. At the end of this course you will have learned the foundation needed to design, set, and print a complete edition of a one-color greeting/holiday card. Depending on the pacing of the class and at discretion of instructor, two-color work may be attempted. Note: Specific skills for running an electric powered platen, such as a Heidelberg, is not covered. Successful completion of this class will allow you to reserve platen presses during Open Studio times.
Materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.
Registration: $220.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
March 28, 2022
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5:30 pm
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March 29, 2022
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8:00 pm
Dates
This workshop will be held in two parts:
Mon March 28: 5:30 – 8:00pm
Tue March 29: 5:30 – 8:00pm
Learn the fundamental practices necessary to begin letterpress printing using hand-set type on a cylinder press. Working in pairs, students will learn basic composition, printer’s math, lock-up, printing, and safe studio practices. Students will have access to a curated selection of the studio’s vast collection of wood and metal type to use in their project. Everyone will walk away with an edition of printed work. This class is a foundation course and satisfies the pre-requisite requirement for Intermediate Letterpress.
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 16+
Optional materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.
Registration: $120.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
March 12, 2022
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11:00 am
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4:00 pm
Learn the fundamental practices necessary to begin letterpress printing using hand-set type on a cylinder press. Working in pairs, students will learn basic composition, printer’s math, lock-up, printing, and safe studio practices. Students will have access to a curated selection of the studio’s vast collection of wood and metal type to use in their project. Everyone will walk away with an edition of printed work. This class is a foundation course and satisfies the pre-requisite requirement for Intermediate Letterpress.
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 16+
Optional materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.
Registration: $120.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
April 9, 2022
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11:00 am
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4:00 pm
Develop the critical practices and attention to detail necessary to successfully print on a platen press. Building on knowledge and skills gained in Beginning Letterpress, students will build their confidence to create letterform-based designs using hand-set type. This class is a pre-requisite for all Advanced Letterpress classes. Successful completion of both Beginning and Intermediate Letterpress certifies students to reserve presses for Open Studio.
Pre-requisite: Beginning Letterpress or equivalent experience.
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 16+
Optional materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.
Registration: $120.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
April 25, 2022
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5:30 pm
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April 26, 2022
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8:00 pm
Dates
This workshop will be held in two parts:
Mon April 25: 5:30 – 8:00pm
Tue April 26: 5:30 – 8:00pm
Develop the critical practices and attention to detail necessary to successfully print on a platen press. Building on knowledge and skills gained in Beginning Letterpress, students will build their confidence to create letterform-based designs using hand-set type. This class is a pre-requisite for all Advanced Letterpress classes. Successful completion of both Beginning and Intermediate Letterpress certifies students to reserve presses for Open Studio.
Pre-requisite: Beginning Letterpress or equivalent experience.
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 16+
Optional materials to bring: please bring a pair of reusable gloves, all other materials supplied.
Registration: $120.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
May 7, 2022
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11:00 am
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4:00 pm
Have you wondered how letterpress printers get those cool curves and angles with hand-set type? Wonder no more! This class is for the advanced student who wants to break the grid and take their designs into the “daredevil” world of curves, circles, and diagonals. Students will learn about contemporary and historical tools used to break free of the vertical and horizontal planes. Skills gained will benefit both the platen and cylinder press printer.
Pre-requisite: Intermediate Letterpress or equivalent experience.
All experience levels welcome. Ages: 16+
Optional materials to bring: Springtide Press Daredevil Furniture, a pair of reusable gloves; all other materials supplied.
Registration: $120.
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: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
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.
October 22, 2022
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11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Tight registration–the precise alignment of different printing plates and printed colors–is not as difficult as you think! Were you thinking it was difficult? It takes a little planning and forethought, but tight registration of multiple ink colors on a hand-fed platen press is a breeze. Join us in raising your standards of what good printing looks like in this informative workshop, and come away with the knowledge to create your own full-color letterpress prints!
Registration: $50.
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.
Kseniya Thomas is the owner of Thomas Printers, a commercial letterpress print and design shop, where she has produced letterpress social stationery and fine art for 15 years. She’s the co-founder of Ladies of Letterpress, an organization founded in 2008 and dedicated to the promotion and continuance of the art and craft of letterpress printing. Trained at the print shop of the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz, Germany, Kseniya got her start setting type by hand and enjoys teaching and encouraging others to share their skills. Her work has been featured in numerous letterpress books, design periodicals, trade journals, and blogs. Kseniya lives and works in Ogden, Utah.
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.
