Description
Letterpress 101 is three days of hands-on experience and instruction in the techniques and versatility of letterpress typesetting and printing. The class familiarizes students with the Mancos Common Press equipment and facility, including our three historic presses, metal & wood type collections, paper cutting equipment and all the necessary tools and gear involved in the letterpress printing process.
This class is open to all and is also required for those wanting to apply to become Artist Members at the Press. Artist Members have independent access and use of the Press facility.
There is one partial scholarship available for this class ($175). Please submit a scholarship form before registering for the class. Deadline for applications is January 5, 2025.
No experience necessary. Open to students 16 and up.
DATE: January 17 – 19, 2025
- IN-PERSON INSTRUCTION will be held January 17, 18, 19
10 am – 5 pm with an hour break for lunch each day.
TUITION: $350/student includes:
- 18 hours of instruction and hands-on
experience - A binder of instructional materials
- All paper, ink, and other printing-related
materials
INSTRUCTORS:
Jody Chapel, artist, Shop Manager and long-time press Artist Member
CLASS SIZE:
Limited to 6 students
MORE INFO:
Jody Chapel, [email protected], 303-917-4627
*Student-made cancellations made within 2 weeks of the class date will not be refunded.