When & Where

Quick Facts

  • Availability Yes
  • Tutor Liz K Miller
  • Course Code W24PTGB20A
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

An introductory workshop exploring the basics of folded, cut and stitched artists books. The session will guide learners through a range of beginner bookbinding structures and introduce effective starter printmaking techniques for creating book content.

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Create a range of book structures
  • Learn simple print techniques for creating book content

Cost

  • Full fee
    £37.5
  • Concession fee
    £37.5
  • Class format and activities

    There will be demonstration, group discussion, one to one tuition and practical project work.

    Entry requirements

    No previous knowledge of bookbinding or printmaking is required. This class is a great introduction to making books and creative printed book content.

    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. You will be required to follow good studio etiquette, clean all equipment and help make sure the studio is left tidy at the end of the class.

    What you need

    Pencil, eraser and notebook for taking notes. Your own sketch books and drawings to work from. We will discuss in the first session if there are any other tools and materials you may want to buy or bring in.

    What you can do next

    You can progress on to several other bookbinding or printmaking classes. For example, traditional bookbinding, mono-printing, relief printmaking, and artist’s book. Please discuss your options with your course tutor.