Upcoming
Letterpress Fundamentals
March 27 – April 2, 2011 Penland School of Crafts
In this course you will learn the basics of hand typesetting and letterpress printing. We will cover the essentials of good presswork, including inking, imposition and impression and move on to discuss typefaces, paper, incorporating illustrations and adding color. You will develop your own small composition(s), such as greeting, business or postcards. Bring words and ideas to class and be ready to roll up your sleeves.
Vandercook Maintenance
October 9-10 Atlanta Printmakers Studio
September 25-26 Foils and Dies (Denver)
This workshop is an in-depth review of the parts and functions of the Vandercook taking you beyond cranking the press and into the mechanical what and why essential for troubleshooting. Learn all the points of maintenance, lubrication and cleaning and become familiar with the differences between models. Whether you use studio presses, own your own press or are thinking of buying one, this workshop will provide excellent direction for your future press work, so bring your questions, press photos and/or broken parts. Paul will also share examples from his collection of Vandercook literature.
To schedule a workshop, lecture, or private consult, please use the Contact Form.
Poster by Paul Brown & David Wolske
Poster by Amanda Stevenson