Print & Book Arts
Exploring Historic Book Artists' Tools
Examine and use a range of historical tools used for writing and bookmaking and learn how they fit into bookmaking history.
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sat, 6/1/2024 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sat, 6/1/2024
Closed
About
Get introduced to the history of printing and book construction through this workshop and conversation, as instructors share information about early writing practices and implements and showcase how they can be used in book design.
You'll have the opportunity to examine many artifacts and tools, some close to 100 years old, including historic rubber artists stamps, feather quills, drafting tools, and even an early typewriter. You'll create our own bamboo pens and use them to make images to be embellished with gold leaf. You'll see examples of historic books, in addition to a number of reference books that are useful for book artists.

Materials
A materials fee, included in the class cost, covers the materials you'll use, including:
- Bamboo
- Gold leaf
- Ink
- Paper
- A wide range of historic writing and bookmaking tools
Class Policies
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Jane Carlin
Mark Hoppmann
Follow Us