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75. Intro to Letterpress

  • AAC Print Room 1955 Julian Avenue San Diego, CA, 92113 United States (map)

Sundays, 1–5 PM
June 7–July 19 ( no class July 5)
(6 weeks, 24 total hours of instruction)
AAC Print Room
$360/380 +  $15 materials fee paid to instructor

In this class, students will learn the basics of letterpress printing with lead and wood type on Asbern cylinder and flatbed proof presses. We will get familiar with typesetting, mixing ink, proper lockup with furniture and quoins, printing techniques, and the cleaning process. Students will be able to create editions of prints and receive guidance for a project of their choice, which could include broadsides, chapbooks, posters, and cards.

 

Materials: All materials are provided with the materials fee paid to the instructor. Additionally, students can bring their own paper to print on or use what is in the studio.

 

Max students: 5

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Immediately after you register, look for a confirmation email and receipt. In the week preceding the class start date, you will receive another email with more details.