Workshops & Events
Box Building Magic
In this in-person workshop, learn how to build this unique and playful structure with an artist who has fine-tuned the box design.
Mechanical Spine Binding
In this virtual workshop, learn how to create a simple, non-adhesive binding with a mechanical spine that collapses when the book is opened on a flat surface.
Modern Marbling 1
Take your marbling skills to a new level! In this in-person workshop, learn to make newly-designed, contemporary patterns.
Screen Print Fabric
Refresh your skills and build confidence in MCBA’s screen printing studio in this workshop focused on fabric.
Book Repair: Spine Mount and Recase
This intermediate, in-person workshop will explore two related techniques for repairing hardcover, cloth books.
Criss-Cross Binding (AKA Secret Belgian Binding)
Come learn this not-so-secret binding designed by Belgian bookbinder Anne Goy who named the structure “Criss-Cross Binding.”
Box Building: Clamshell Boxes
Clamshell boxes are used to store and protect precious objects—anything from books to a collection of artworks to sheet music.
Letterpress 2: Setting Type (Weekday Intensive)
This in-person letterpress workshop focuses on setting metal type and building familiarity with printing on the Vandercook press.
Letterpress 3: Two-Color Prints (Weekday Intensive)
Letterpress 3: Two-Color Prints focuses on printing multiple layers and building printers’ confidence using Vandercook presses through practice.
Laser-Cut Letterpress: Type and Imagery
Discover the powerful possibilities of combining laser-cutting and letterpress printing on the Vandercook press!
Ultimate Portfolio
Have you ever wanted or needed a portfolio with a specific function? In this in-person workshop, learn how to make the ultimate portfolio.
Letterpress 4: Guided Projects
Letterpress 4 focuses on planning and printing an edition (or a group of identical prints).
Experimental Modern Marbling
Combine traditional marbling and painterly suminagashi techniques in this in-person marbling intensive.
Box Building: Drawers & Dividers
Learn to create drawers that slide and divisions within the box in MCBA’s studios.
Marbling Focus: Bouquet Patterns
Step into the world of bouquet comb artistry with this immersive, in-person workshop!
Letterpress 2: Setting Type (March)
This in-person letterpress workshop focuses on setting metal type and building familiarity with printing on the Vandercook press.