Introduction to Letterpress
Course Overview
This workshop seeks to introduce you to setting type, along with printing and registration on a Vandercook SP20 proofing press. The print shop is equipped with full trays of Garamond in 14 and 18 point regular and 14 point italic, wood typefaces and wood block ornaments. Participants can choose to produce a poster to decorate their homes, typeset their favourite song or poem for framing or produce pages to be incorporated into a larger book project. Other options include producing a limited edition of your own bespoke stationery or cards. The workshop lasts a day, in which time you should be able to print two colours. Participation is limited to two people or groups of up to five people, who are willing to work collaboratively on two products. This is to ensure sufficient press time. The courses take place in a studio/small press on Bircher Common, which is a National Trust site in rural Herefordshire. It's a great location to go for a walk or have a picnic during the lunch break. All materials and lunch are included.
Suitability
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Cost
£100
Duration
1 day
Booking Info
To book go to Bircher Common Press website