Introduction to letterpress
Learn to set moveable type and print on table top and poster presses in the IPRC print shop. You’ll learn the vocabulary of printing and typesetting while getting a feel for this beautiful and historic process. Gain access to IPRCs collection of over 150 fonts of lead and wood type. Leave the class with a printed card and the satisfaction that comes with using 100 year old equipment!
Successful completion of this 2-day workshop grants IPRC Studio Members access to the Letterpress Studio so you can keep on printing. Nonmembers and Basic Members receive one trial month of Studio Membership after completion of the course.
Day 1 – Typesetting Essentials: Sat, May 13th, 9:00am-1:00pm
Day 2 – Printing Essential: Sun, May 14th, 9:00am-1:00pm
Super Supporter* / includes 1 month Studio Membership: $275
Non-members / Includes 1 month trial Studio Membership: $190
Basic Members / Includes 1 month trial Studio Membership: $180
Studio Members: $165
*Supports sliding scale registration