Thursday, May 7; 6–8pm CT
Learn about the history and power of the printing press as a tool for sharing information, and use a Vandercook printing press to print a message!
First, as a group, decide on a few words or a short phrase of up to 3 words (this could be a protest poster, a quote, etc.). The teaching artist will work with the group to set the phrase with wood type, and each participant will apply ink and print at least one copy of their print to take home.
This short, in-person workshop exposes participants to the technical skills required for letterpress printing, but participation in Letterpress 1: Printing Basics, Letterpress 2: Setting Type and Letterpress 3: Two-Color Prints is needed in order to attend Letterpress Labs to print independently in MCBA’s studios.
Level: Beginner. All skill levels are welcome.
Certificate: 2 hours, Category A
Pricing
$45 | $23 Scholarship| $68 Pay-It-Forward
$10 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.
