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!
Papermaking is an engaging and physical process that you can do right in your own home or workspace. Learn the basic elements of this ancient art as the instructor leads the class through the process of preparing the vat of pulp, pulling a sheet with a mould and deckle, couching the sheet, then pressing the paper. Each student will receive a sheaf of handmade sheets after they have completely dried. Participants should be prepared to get a bit wet as we are all in water up to our elbows. No prior experience necessary.
Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
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.
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!
Paper pulp painting is an art form in which an image or design, using bottles of dyed cotton pulp, can be collaged, poured or molded onto a previously formed sheet of paper. Students will learn the basics of sheet formation, as well as techniques for embellishing bare sheets into works of art.
When dried, the print is actually part of the paper, and can stand alone as a piece of art or can be used in creating a hand-bound book or other mixed media creation. This class will cover various pulp printing techniques, including stencils, collage inclusions, and direct painting. Techniques for making paper at home will also be discussed. Each student will be able to take their handmade sheets home after they have completely dried. No prior experience necessary.
Be prepared to have arms in water and wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
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.
Have you wondered how those beautiful marbled patterned papers are made? In this online demo we’ll show you how! We’ll start by going over preparation of materials, including the carrageenan bath, getting pigments to the right state ready for marbling, and treatment of your paper. Then we’ll demonstrate how to marble classic traditional patterns, as well as modern styles. Ask questions along the way in this interactive demonstration.
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.
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!
Papermaking is an engaging and physical process that you can do right in your own home or workspace. Learn the basic elements of this ancient art as the instructor leads the class through the process of preparing the vat of pulp, pulling a sheet with a mould and deckle, couching the sheet, then pressing the paper. Each student will receive a sheaf of handmade sheets after they have completely dried. Participants should be prepared to get a bit wet as we are all in water up to our elbows. No prior experience necessary.
Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
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.
Have you wondered how those beautiful marbled patterned papers are made? In this online demo we’ll show you how! We’ll start by going over preparation of materials, including the carrageenan bath, getting pigments to the right state ready for marbling, and treatment of your paper. Then we’ll demonstrate how to marble classic traditional patterns, as well as modern styles. Ask questions along the way in this interactive demonstration.
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.
Join us for a cyanotype demo/workshop with our Fall 2020 Artist-In-Residence Caroline Roberts. Learn to make photographs without a camera, using the water-based cyanotype process and sunshine! We will learn about using objects, transparencies, and digital negatives to create images.
A materials list (with suggested sources) will be provided before the workshop for those who want to work alongside (sunshine permitting!)
Materials & supplies:
Cyanotype solutions A&B: Photographer’s Formulary http://stores.photoformulary.com/cyanotypes-liquid-original/ (also available at Adorama and B&H for the same price) or Jacquard https://www.amazon.com/Jacquard-JCY1100-Cyanotype-Set/dp/B010MN312S/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=cyanotype&qid=1619561355&sr=8-3 – also often available in art supply stores! Paper sturdy enough to stand up to soaking in water. Good quality cotton rag papers work well in general.
Or: Sunprint paper – https://www.amazon.com/SunPrint-07990001235-Paper-Kit/dp/B073C9QYDG/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=sunprint&qid=1619561620&sr=8-3 – again also available in art/craft supply stores!
Hake or other wide, soft brush (watercolor brushes work well!)
A board and sheet of glass/plexiglass larger than your paper (NB: be careful that the glass/plexi do not have a UV filter coating!)
Transparencies, objects, plants for creating prints. Feathers, fabrics and lace work really well! Flat objects make the sharpest outlines but 3D objects will cast interesting shadows in bright sunlight.
A container larger than your paper that you can fill with water (shallow is preferable but deep will work)
Somewhere to lay your pieces to dry – can be as simple as kitchen towel or cloths on a table
Kitchen towel to mop up spills and messes! Also useful to put under your paper to catch drips as you coat!
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.
Have you wondered how those beautiful marbled patterned papers are made? In this online demo we’ll show you how! We’ll start by going over preparation of materials, including the carrageenan bath, getting pigments to the right state ready for marbling, and treatment of your paper. Then we’ll demonstrate how to marble classic traditional patterns, as well as modern styles. Ask questions along the way in this interactive demonstration.
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.
Learn paper engineering! Create Valentine-themed pop-up cards while learning basic techniques, terms, and a foundation for creative exploration. Attendees will make four cards, utilizing generational cuts, angle folds, pop-up coil, and a pop-out frame card.
Once you’ve registered, Zoom login details and a materials list will be shared with you.
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.
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. In the event that minimum enrollment is not met, the Museum reserves the right to cancel the class and will provide a full refund.
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!
Papermaking is an engaging and physical process that you can do right in your own home or workspace. Learn the basic elements of this ancient art as the instructor leads the class through the process of preparing the vat of pulp, pulling a sheet with a mould and deckle, couching the sheet, then pressing the paper. Each student will receive a sheaf of handmade sheets after they have completely dried. Participants should be prepared to get a bit wet as we are all in water up to our elbows. No prior experience necessary.
Registration: $75 including materials; 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.
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!
Join The Printing Museum for family-friendly artmaking activities every fourth Saturday. Kids and parents rotate through three activity stations:
Origami: Discover this fun and creative paper-folding art. Make swans, boats, balls, and more!…
Printmaking: Explore basic printmaking techniques with household objects!
Book Arts: Create your own booklets and paper projects, then decorate them!
We recommended kids wear clothes that can get dirty. We will provide smocks. Children under 10 require parental supervision during all activities. Registration includes General Admission to the museum as well!
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