February 5, 2022
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12:30 pm
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4:00 pm
Learn about the tools, techniques, and materials to successfully cut your own illustrations into linoleum blocks! In this workshop, you will learn the basics of block printing: how to transfer your design, how to choose the correct tool-tip, carving tips and tricks, managing ink and paper, and how to successfully pull a print. By the end of class you’ll be ready to continue printing confidently or sign-up for further workshops to gain advanced cutting techniques. Ages 16+. No experience required.
Registration: $95, includes all 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.
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.
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.
Demonstration Description:
Learn all about the history and evolution of letterpress printing and how you can incorporate it into your printmaking or mixed media practice. Using a Kelsey table top press during the demonstration, Michelle Wiebe will guide you through basic terminology, press operation as well as show you basic lock up techniques for type and linocuts. There will also be plenty of time for questions throughout this interactive demonstration. Thinking outside of the traditional realm of typesetting and printing text, she will show you ways to take letterpress printed material and incorporate it into 2D and 3D work as well as ways to achieve fine art quality limited edition prints on a press. If you are working with acrylic paints, relief printmaking, collages already, this will be especially helpful for you to find ways to explore new elements in your art making.
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. You’ll receive a link to the recording shortly afterwards.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $25. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
May 22, 2021
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11:00 am
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1:00 pm
If you love letterpress and LEGOs, learn how to combine them in this playful alternative letterpress printing technique! In this demonstration, you’ll learn how to use tile bricks to create designs that stand alone or can be added to other letterpress printing techniques.
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.
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.
Learn the trick to breaking the grid and setting type in the round to make circular coasters. You’ll receive a set from class perfect for New Year 2021!
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. You’ll receive a link to the recording shortly afterwards.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $45, includes demo workshop and a set of coasters. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
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!
***The workshop has been rescheduled from Jan 9th. We’ve reached out to those already registered, however, if you haven’t gotten an email, please contact us.***
Learn how to cut relief prints using simple, inexpensive items from the hardware store that can be letterpress printed.
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. You’ll receive a link to the recording shortly afterwards.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $25. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
August 14, 2021
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12:30 pm
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3:30 pm
If you love letterpress and LEGOs, learn how to combine them in this playful alternative letterpress printing technique! In this fun, hands-on workshop, use LEGO tile bricks and a printing press to create your own unique 8-bit letterpress work of art. We’ll provide the bricks, press, and our helpful staff who will be on hand to assist you with printing your creation. You may want to bring an apron or old shirt you are willing to get ink and dirt on for this printing workshop.
Registration in this workshop includes General Admission to the museum!
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!
Please show up at your scheduled time. You are encouraged to spend between 60 and 90 minutes, so as to allow for social distancing and for other groups to come in at their times.
Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
Registration: Ages 13+: $20; Ages 6-12: $16
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.
March 26, 2022
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11:00 am
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2:00 pm
Family Fun events are a great way to experience a range of printmaking activities as a family! All activities accommodate a range of developmental levels that support children 6+ working together or alongside an adult/guardian. Reservations are in 45-minute increments on the hour starting at 11:00AM until 2:00PM. Registration includes General Admission to the museum!
If you love letterpress and LEGOs, learn how to combine them in this playful alternative letterpress printing technique! In this fun, hands-on workshop, use LEGO tile bricks and a printing press to create your own unique 8-bit letterpress work of art. We’ll provide the bricks, press, and our helpful staff who will be on hand to assist you with printing your creation. You may want to bring an apron or old shirt you are willing to get ink and dirt on for this printing workshop.
Registration: Ages 13+: $20; Children 6-12: $16
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. Please show up at your scheduled time. Registration will be limited to 2 families or no more than 8 people total.
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.
Follow along as we print customized book plates on a cylinder press. From setup and lock-up, to inking and printing, you get to see the whole operation and ask questions along the way. Each book plate will have an area for up to 12 characters for personalization for the burgeoning bibliophile. When we’re done we send you a pack of 20 to start your library.
Location: Online via Zoom
Registration: $55, includes demo workshop and a 20-pack of personalized book plates mailed to you. Register »
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
*image is an example, and not necessarily the book plates that will be printed during this workshop.
