We've finalized our workshop schedule for the fall. Here's a list of what's coming up... note that we've got a couple new cross-studio classes coming up! As always, register at Pyramid's Workshop page and/or contact us with any questions!
Using Photopolymer for Letterpress
Date: Saturday September 17, 10am-4pm
Instructor: Julia Louie
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Tuition: $130, Enrollment: 5-8
Description: Are you a graphic designer that loves letterpress? Learn how to print your own designs using photopolymer plates! They are a great way to do letterpress printing with digitally created designs. The workshop will cover basic press operation, printing with photopolymer plates, designing for letterpress printing and how to create the appropriate files to order plates. You will use the Vandercook press to print a handy information sheet and have the opportunity to show the instructor any specific project ideas. Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator is preferred but not required. No letterpress experience required.
Introduction to the Vandercook Letterpress
Date: October 8, 10am-4pm
Instructor: Leslie Smith
Tuition: $130 + $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
Enrollment: 5-8
Description: Get started with letterpress! This workshop will cover the basics of letterpress printing antique lead type on a Vandercook flatbed cylinder press. You will learn how to set type, operate a Vandercook press and clean and maintain the press. Each participant will set a few lines of text of their own choosing and print a small edition (10-15 prints).
Meet the Press (Tabletop Session)
Date: Wednesday October 12, 6pm-9pm
Instructor: Julia Louie
Tuition: $70 + $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
Enrollment: 3-6
Description: Already acquainted with the Vandercook? Get to know our other type of press, the tabletop platen press! This short workshop is for students who’ve already taken Introduction to the Vandercook Letterpress and are interested in learning what the tabletop press has to offer. Students should be familiar with setting type. You’ll set 1-2 lines of type independently, then learn how to lock up, print with and clean up the tabletop press. Each participant will print a small edition (5-10 prints). Also serves as a good refresher for students who took workshops or lessons long ago.
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Make Your Own Journals - Letterpress & Bookbinding
Date: Two Mondays, October 17 & 24, 6pm-9pm
Instructors: Julia Louie & Patricia Lee
Tuition: $220 + $20 materials fee payable to the instructors
Enrollment: 4-8
Description: Make your own journals in this two-part class! In the first session, you will print three customize-able journal cover designs on the Vandercook letterpress. In the second, you’ll bind the journals using three different pamphlet binding methods. You’ll be able to experiment with various binding materials, including wire, beads and natural elements. No experience in letterpress or bookbinding required.
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Introduction to the Tabletop Letterpress
Date: Saturday November 12, 10am-4pm
Instructor: Melanie Karlins
Tuition: $130 + $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
Enrollment: 3-8
Description: Have you ever fantasized about having a small letterpress in your home? This workshop will cover the basics of letterpress printing antique lead type on a Chandler & Price Pilot tabletop platen press. Students will learn how to set lead type, operate the tabletop press, troubleshoot and clean and maintain the press. Each participant will hand set a few lines of text of their own choosing and print a small edition (10-15 prints).
Letterpress Your Own Personal Stationery
Date: Two Thursdays, November 17 & December 1, 6pm-9pm
Instructor: Melanie Karlins
Tuition: $250+ $20 materials fee payable to instructor
Enrollment: 3-4
Description: Do you love handwritten notes? Are you looking for an excuse to send more mail? Then join us to letterpress print your own personal stationery and learn more about the letterpress studio at Pyramid Atlantic. In this two-part class, you will learn how to use two presses, a Chandler & Price tabletop press and a Vandercook press. In the first session, we will use photopolymer plates on a Vandercook to print a background design. In the second session, you will learn to set your name in type and print it using the tabletop press. You’ll take away your own set of 30 flat cards and envelopes.
Meet the Press (Vandercook Session)
Date: Saturday November 19, 10am-1pm
Instructor: Melanie Karlins
Tuition: $70 + $5 materials fee payable to the instructor
Enrollment: 3-6
Description: Already acquainted with the tabletop press? Get to know our other type of press, the Vandercook flatbed cylinder proof press! This short workshop is for students who’ve already taken Introduction to the Tabletop Letterpress and are interested in learning what the Vandercook press has to offer. Students should be familiar with setting type. You’ll set 1-2 lines of type independently, then learn how to lock up, print with and clean up the Vandercook. Each participant will print a small edition (5-10 prints). Also serves as a good refresher for students who took workshops or lessons long ago.
Make Your Own Holiday Cards - (Papermaking + Letterpress)
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Date: Two Saturdays, Nov. 12 & Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
Instructor: Laura Kinneberg & Melanie Karlins
Tuition: $250 for both session + $20 materials fee payable to the instructors
Enrollment: 3-6
Description: Completely customize your holiday cards
this year in this two-session workshop that will get your hands dirty in both the papermaking and letterpress studios!
First Session: You will learn basic sheet-forming techniques to make postcard or note card sized cotton paper. You will be able to further customize your paper using pigments and inclusions. Make and take as many sheets as we have time for. No papermaking experience required. Bring waterproof shoes or galoshes and expect to get wet. Second Session: After the paper dries at Pyramid, you will return to print your holiday cards on your handmade paper. You will learn how to set type and how to print using a Vandercook proof press. You will then choose matching envelopes to send your holiday greetings in style! No letterpress experience required.
Note: There is the option to register for both sessions together or for either session as a single workshop.
