Workshops & Events
Finnish Paper Stars
The Finnish eight-pointed paper star is a cheerful presence in the dark of winter. It is larger and easier to make than the more familiar Moravian star. This in-person workshop will offer the opportunity to make two sizes of stars: one large enough for a window or door, the other small enough to fit in your hand.
Exquisite Corpse Book
The “exquisite corpse” game is a drawing activity where each participant takes a turn creating a part of the drawing without knowing what the others have added until the finished drawing is revealed at the end.
Introduction to Hand Bookbinding: Morning Section
In this in-person workshop, learn foundational skills in bookbinding while making three book structures: pamphlet binding (single- and double-section), slotted tape binding, and a hardcover, flat-back book with three-piece case.
Visual Journaling Inspired by the Diary of Frida Kahlo
In this virtual workshop, participants will explore Frida Kahlo's art journal, drawing inspiration from her unique creative vision.
Introduction to Hand Bookbinding: Evening Section
In this in-person workshop, learn foundational skills in bookbinding while making three book structures: pamphlet binding (single- and double-section), slotted tape binding, and a hardcover, flat-back book with three-piece case.
Autobiographical Comics
As part of his art practice, Camilo Aguirre explores relationships between personal anecdotes and historical narratives to highlight the participation of every person in the weaving of the social fabric.
Introduction to Marbling: January
Experience the magic of marbling firsthand with this single-day, in-person workshop!
Letterpress 1: Printing Basics (January)
This in-person letterpress workshop offers an introduction to MCBA’s print studio—including key equipment, tools, and terminology—in addition to an opportunity to experience the satisfaction of printing a message through the hands-on process of letterpress printing.
Experimental Translation in Artist’s Books
In this virtual workshop, learn experimental techniques to understand the concept of “translation” as a tool that includes different ways of communication that go beyond language, including sound, movement, smell, words, etc.—in ways that we don’t usually expect.
Unfolding Narratives: Writing for Artist's Books
In this virtual workshop, learn techniques for generating text for artist's books through conceptual approaches: text as image, as narrative, and as lyrical expression.
Digital File Preparation for Screen Printing
Photoshop is the perfect way to convert your photographs to screen-printable positives and to preview your layers before ink hits the screen!
Book Arts Project Planning
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.
Introduction to Screen Printing: January
Get familiar with MCBA’s screen printing studio and practice the photo emulsion process, from positive creation and screen coating to exposure and reclaiming.
Letterpress 2: Setting Type (January)
This in-person letterpress workshop focuses on setting metal type and building familiarity with printing on the Vandercook press.
Introduction to Hand Bookbinding: January Weekend
In this in-person workshop, learn foundational skills in bookbinding while making three book structures: pamphlet binding (single- and double-section), slotted tape binding, and a hardcover, flat-back book with three-piece case
European Papermaking: January
Learn the tools, terminology, and procedures of European-style papermaking in this in-person studio workshop.
Book Repair: When Paper Fails
In this in-person workshop, learn foundational techniques and methods to care for aged and damaged paper.
Letterpress 3: Two-Color Prints (January)
Letterpress 3: Two-Color Prints focuses on printing multiple layers and building printers’ confidence using Vandercook presses through practice.
Mini Marbling
Honey, I shrunk the marbling combs! Experience the patterns and designs you know and love, but now at a smaller scale.
Screen Print Cards: January
Get familiar with MCBA’s screen printing studio and print your unique design on a set of cards!
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