Letter Press Poster Design

In this 4 week course we will explore graphic design and typographic layouts for letterpress poster design. Explore the metal and wood type collection at the Flower City Art Center and learn how to create stunning well designed posters using the center’s Vandercook proof presses. Throughout the course we will cover the basics of good graphic design and typography and how they relate to the layout and typesetting of movable type and other printable objects. We will explore color and texture in letterpress design and printing and how it affects the message within the poster.