Book Arts Project Planning
- Minnesota Center for Book Arts 1011 South Washington Avenue #100 Minneapolis, MN 55415 United States (map)
Thursdays: January 14, 21, 28, February 4; 6–9pm CT
Do you have an idea for a book arts project, but you aren’t sure where to start? Learn practical skills to guide you in taking actionable steps to move your project forward confidently, in this in-person workshop.
With guidance, you will establish the scope and concept of your project; explore specifications—such as materials and techniques; learn strategies for project planning, including developing a project timeline, creating a mock-up, and estimating a budget. Projects may include: a portfolio of prints, artist’s books, installations, or any other project related to print, paper, book. Each session will include demos, friendly critique, group discussion, and troubleshooting.
Level: Beginner. It is helpful for participants to have introductory-level experience in the processes they hope to use in their project. While some technical skills will be demonstrated, the focus of this workshop will be on concept development and project planning.
Certificate: 12 hours, Category B or C; fulfills Core design/content requirement
Pricing
$294 | $147 Scholarship | $441 Pay-It-Forward
$15 materials fee
Scholarships are available for individuals facing adversity as it relates to identity, income/wealth, and lack of access to arts resources. The Pay-It-Forward rate (tuition, plus 50%) supports MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available. We leave it to you to choose the rate that is meaningful to you based on your income, wealth, and privilege status. MCBA members receive a 10% discount on tuition.
Please note: Registration closes 1/11 at midnight (CT).
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