SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS
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For questions about a specific workshop, please email or call us: ipm@printmuseum.org or 310-515-7166
HOLIDAY CARD PRINTING
with Wendy Emery & Lorna Turner
Saturday, Dec 7: Noon to 4pm
Design and print your own holiday cards! After learning about the history of letterpress printing, how to set wood type, lock it into a chase, and ink the press, you'll be able to create 25 cards for the holidays! You'll also learn how to score and fold the cards in this hands-on and very active half-day workshop. All experience levels welcome. Minors (age 12-17) enrolled in this workshop must be accompanied by a paying adult. All materials provided. $120
Simply Sewn Books
with Jennifer Graves
Sunday, Dec 8: 1-4PM
We're sewing slim books! In this class, you'll learn various stitches and binding for making beautiful homemade books. No previous sewing experience necessary. $100
SANTA’S TYPESLAM
with Lorna Turner & Janet Kupchick
Saturday, Dec 14: Noon to 4pm
Get Creative in this half-day Letterpress Woodtype Type Slam! Participants will learn a bit of letterpress history, how to compose a message in wood type and lock it into a forme, and how to ink and print on a press to create your own poster. The four hours will be packed with lots of fun as Lorna & Janet share their love and knowledge of letterpress. At the end of the workshop, there will be a print exchange to share the fabulous creations. Everyone will take home a portfolio of prints. This workshop is hands-on and very active. All materials welcome; no experience necessary. $120
INTRO TO BOOKBINDING: Five Structures
with Lorna Turner
Sunday, Dec 15: Noon to 4pm
Explore various approaches to book structures in this hands-on workshop! Learn the fundamental basics and mechanical knowledge necessary to create simple, soft-cover blank books based on folding, gluing, and stitching techniques. All materials provided. No experience required; beginners are welcome! $100
PAPER MARBLING
with Erin Pieronek
Sat, Jan 18 or Sun, Jan 19: 9am to 3pm
Explore the mystery and magic that is traditional Turkish marbling, using a thickened bath and acrylic paint to create one-of-a-kind prints. Using handmade tools, you will learn how to throw paint and create basic patterns. By the end of the workshop, you'll be able to recreate classic patterns and explore new shapes and patterns by floating your paint on the water bath. Learn to create mesmerizing papers that can be used for bookbinding, collage, card making, decor and more. $135
