6 Hr Letterpress Intensive Workshop

Make your own greeting cards, postcards, limited edition prints, and more!

Limited to 6 participants.
Join instructor Ava Larkin and take a deep dive into the art of Letterpress Printing.
In this 6-hour class participants will be introduces to and gain first-hand knowledge of:

• Letterpress terminology
• Font - sizes & styles
• Identifying Printing Presses
• Layout
• Locking up type
• Operating Platen and Proof Presses
• Hand Inking techniques
• And More!

Participants will have the opportunity to use both the platen and proof presses, experiment with various colors of ink and hand-inking techniques, play with layering, print with lead and wood type, and work with paper of various sizes, weights and composition. There will be a 30 minute optional break. Food and drink are allowed, but are not permitted in active work areas and must remain in the front lounge or in your locker.