Book Arts: Sustainable Binding

When & Where

8 November 2024 - 6 December 2024 ( 15 hours, 5 weeks )
Evening, Friday
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Waterloo Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Late starts accepted
Tutor Samuel Petherbridge
Course Code W24PTGB01C
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

In this session, we will explore ways to transform waste into book arts. Discover possibilities that develop through up-cycling in bookbinding practices and printmaking. This course empowers participants to repurpose materials to explore various forms of environmental book arts. Building on our previous sessions, practitioners can explore new environmental printing methods and more intricate stitching techniques through Japanese bookbinding. This is a progression from our last book arts workshop, Bookbinding Landscapes, but new beginner-level members are welcome. Materials and equipment are provided.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Master soft-back and Japanese bookbinding with up-cycled materials for sustainable creations.
Explore mark-making techniques like natural printing to enhance up-cycled book projects.
Repurpose unused materials into functional and aesthetically pleasing books and sketchbooks.
Develop confidence in effective tool and material utilisation to continue sustainable bookbinding exploration.

Cost

Full fee

£166

Concession fee

£126

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Class format and activities

There will be demonstration, group discussion, one to one tuition and practical project work. In order to ensure that you make the best possible progress on your course, you will have regular feedback from your tutor, in a constructive and supportive environment.

Entry requirements

No previous knowledge of bookbinding is required. This class is a great introduction to making books.

What you need to know before you enrol

Health and Safety information will be given at the start of the course and in subsequent lessons wherever necessary. The studio is accessible via a lift and there is an adjustable height desk available.