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 […]

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 […]

Get ready for Valentine’s Day by getting 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 Valentine’s-themed print using the museum’s extensive collection of wood and metal type. Let’s make it […]

Learn paper engineering! Create Valentine themed pop-up cards, while learning basic techniques, terms, and a foundation for creative exploration. Each student will make four cards to take home, utilizing generational cuts, angle folds, pop-up coil, and a pop-out frame card. Registration: $70 for adults, $40 for youths. Includes all materials. Members receive a 10% discount. […]

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 […]