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Typography and Letterpress 101
October 23, 2021 @ 9:00 am - October 30, 2021 @ 9:00 am
$80
This is a TWO SESSION COURSE:
SAT 10/23 and SAT 10/30 from 9 AM to 12 PM
This workshop will cover the basics of letterpress and typography. History of type and printing will be reviewed. Printer’s measurement system. Safety and maintenance of the Kelsey and C&P Pilot Press. Form lock-up and make ready will be taught as well as inking and cleaning of a tabletop press. You will learn how to handset lines of type and print a short run of 10-15 note sheets or cards.