Thursday, December 10; 6–9pm CT
Refresh your skills and build confidence in letterpress printing on the Vandercook press in this in-person, winter cardmaking workshop.
Join other printers in choosing ink colors and type to set with guidance from the instructor. Simple backgrounds will be pre-designed in advance to maximize printing time and to allow for variation in card design. Each participant will set type (a short word or phrase, no longer than 30–40 picas wide). Participants will work together to lock-up type and troubleshoot printing issues. The focus of this workshop is on skill-building, community, and wintry cheer! Participants can choose from a selection of cards at the end of the workshop and all will come away with ten cards and envelopes, approximately 4.25 x 5.5 inches in size.
Register with a friend or family member to explore a new process together or to introduce them to a process you already love.
Level: Beginner. All skill levels are welcome. Past participation in Letterpress 1: Printing Basics or a similar introductory letterpress workshop is helpful, but not necessary to enroll in this workshop.
Certificate: 3 hours, Category A or B
Pricing
$70 | $35 Scholarship | $105 Pay-It-Forward
$25 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.
