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Friday Fling: RISO Valentines - Winter 2026


Join us for an evening of Valentine making while learning the ins and outs of the Risograph duplicator! Create imagery using drawing and collage materials ... more

Encaustic Monotype & Collage - Winter 2026


Encaustic is beeswax based paint used with heat. In this session we will learn the art of Encaustic Monotypes and how to imbed paper and ... more

Handbuilding Independent Study - Winter 2026


For those with handbuilding experience, this session allows you time to work on self-directed projects. Zara will be available for personalized guidance, advice, and support. ... more

Intro to Linoleum Block Printing - Winter 2026


Learn the basics of linoleum block printing to create cards, fine art prints, or add new imagery to your letterpress work. Students will learn techniques ... more

Art of the Journal (Ages 12-15) for kids - Winter 2026


Is your teen ready to fold, carve, cut, paste, print, and bind? Teens will use printmaking, collage, and bookbinding techniques to create their very own ... more

Solvent-Free Oil Painting - Winter 2026


Discover the joy of oil painting with a solvent-free, eco-conscious approach. This six-week class explores the essentials of alla prima painting—working directly and expressively with ... more

Letterpress I - Winter 2026


Immerse yourself in letterpress printing! Browse our vast collection of vintage metal and wood type, image cuts, and ornaments to create a variety of projects ... more

Smush and Smash! Clayplay for kids - Winter 2026


Four weeks of fun smushing and smashing clay, for ages 3 – 5 with their caregiver/adult. Your child will get their first experience with this ... more

Letterpress Notepads - Winter 2026


This three-hour workshop is a great introduction to basic type setting, printing, and bookbinding! Each student will set a small line or two of text ... more

Intro to Screen Printing - Winter 2026


This workshop will cover the basics of the screen printing process from start to finish. Creating imagery, transferring the image to the screen, printing, and ... more

Bookbinding: Folded Paper Books - Winter 2026


Inspired by Hedi Kyle's book "Art of the Fold," this class will teach students to fold a variety of paper books. Structures include the blizzard ... more

The Art of Ink: Pen and Brush Techniques - Winter 2026


This four-week class offers an in-depth exploration of pen and ink, as well as brush and ink techniques, using both Walnut ink and India ink. ... more

Drypoint Etching - Winter 2026


Discover the expressive possibilities of drypoint etching in this three-week, hands-on printmaking class. Students will explore both traditional and alternative techniques, working on plexiglass plates ... more

Block Printing on Fabric - Winter 2026


In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the art of block printing by carving their own rubber stamps to create bold, repeatable patterns on fabric. ... more

Bookbinding: Hardcover Coptic Binding - Winter 2026


Make your own journal or sketchbook in this afternoon bookbinding workshop! Coptic binding has been a durable and beautiful binding technique for almost two thousand ... more

Independent Study on the Wheel - Winter 2026


For those with wheel experience, this independent study session allows you to focus on independent projects and personal growth. Terry is on hand to help ... more

Bookbinding II - Winter 2026


Take your bookbinding skills to the next level in this hands-on, four-week course. Dive deeper into traditional binding techniques as you refine your craftsmanship and ... more

Handbuilding - Winter 2026


Learn traditional methods like pinching, coil, and slab to build functional and/or sculptural work. Handbuilding is very versatile, and the techniques can be used to ... more

Intro to Hand Papermaking - Winter 2026


In this introductory workshop, students will learn the basics of hand papermaking, including pulp preparation, sheet forming, couching, pressing, and drying. Experiment with different methods, ... more

Intro to Bookbinding - Winter 2026


Discover the art of bookbinding in this 8-week, introductory class designed for beginners. Learn essential binding structures including pamphlet stitch, Japanese side stitch and coptic. ... more

Introduction to Documentary Production - Winter 2026


This introductory course explores the core practices of creating non-fiction, documentary-style films or short videos. Together, we will learn the fundamentals of documentary filmmaking, including ... more

Bookbinding: Japanese Side Stitch - Winter 2026


Learn to bind a book with Japanese side stitch! Many decorative stitch patterns are available for these soft-cover books. Students will see a variety of ... more

RISO 101 - Winter 2026


Take this class to learn the basics of printing and reproducing work on the Risograph duplicator and become an authorized RISO user in the Book ... more

Intro to Letterpress Experimentation - Winter 2026


In this one-day workshop, learn how to create spontaneous and fun compositions on the letterpress. By creating printing plates out of found materials, using new ... more

The Heidelberg Platen Press - Winter 2026


This advanced-level class offers an in-depth exploration of the Heidelberg Windmill press. Designed for students with prior letterpress experience, this three-week course focuses on safe ... more