Letterpress Printing 101 (CLASS_04). Letterpress Printing 101 – is a comprehensive five week course focusing on the traditional methods of letterpress printing. Students can learn the basics of handsetting metal type, how to make a woodcut or photopolymer plate, mixing ink by hand, and learning the ins and outs of choosing paper. Our Vandercook printing presses and antique platen presses will be available for use. Each student will create an editioned piece of their design to exchange with all students, so everyone leaves the class with a small portfolio of fine prints! No prior experience needed. This is a perfect course to design and handprint your own Holiday card or gift.

DEADLINE – MARCH 15th – space is limited.

Course schedule (5 weeks):
TUESDAY evenings from 6:30pm-9pm
April 6th – May 4th

Cost: $185.00
(We provide tools and some ink. You provide
paper and any other materials.)

Sorry…the workshop is currently full