Asheville BookWorks, a community resource for print and book arts, presents several new workshops for early 2013:
Introduction to Platinum-Palladium Printing with Clay Harmon
Fri.-Sat., Feb. 22-24, 6-9 p.m. on Fri. and 9-5 p.m. on Sat.-Sun.; $327
The beauty of the platinum-palladium print is in the subtle gradation of tones from dark to light. Platinum-palladium prints are prized for their ethereally subtle highlight tonality. This workshop is appropriate for anyone interested in learning one of the easiest and most rewarding alternative printing techniques. More info
Flat-Back Case Binding and Custom Slipcases with Bridget Elmer
Tues.-Fri., Mar. 5-8, 6-9:30 p.m.; $215 + material fee
Join us for four consecutive evenings as we craft custom, case-bound books and create a simple slipcase to house our creations. The flat-back case binding provides a strong foundation in the processes of successfully prepping and casing in books. More info
Pulp to Paper: Introductory Papermaking with Frank Brannon
Sat.-Sun., Mar. 16-17, 9-5 p.m.; $237
Weekend papermaking classes for the novice and those with some previous experience. You'll learn techniques for forming sheets of handmade paper using pulp prepared in our Reina beater. More info
Text & Texture: Designing Words in Your Artist Books with Annie Cicale
Wednesdays from Mar. 20-Apr. 24, 6-9 p.m.; $277
We will work with your handwriting to develop expressive textures, hand lettering with a slowed down print script, and if desired, some formal calligraphy. The basics of typography will be reviewed and page design will be introduced as well. More info
Metal Covers for Artists’ Books with Hollis Fouts
Fri.-Sun., Mar. 22-24, 9-5 p.m.; $387
In this workshop we will explore the broad range of metal and metal forms, and many surface techniques for transforming them. We'll use heat, creative surface techniques, coloration, oxidization methods and more to create unique covers and design elements. More info
Gelatin Prints & Two Bindings – Drum Leaf & Stiff Leaf with Jessica White
Sat.-Sun., Apr. 6-7, 9-5 p.m.; $242
Gelatin printing is a form of monotype (unique, one-of-a-kind prints) using unflavored gelatin as a printing surface. This is a simple and versatile process using water-based inks, so it can be easily done in a home studio or kitchen table. More info
A Handcarved Alphabet with Ele Annand & Beth Schaible
Sat.-Sun. Apr. 20-21, 10-5 p.m.; $237
Have you ever wanted to recreate embellished type or bring your own quirky hand drawn type to life? If so this workshop will teach you the skills you need to design, carve, and print your own type designs. More info
Gut & Wire with Heather Hietala
Sat.-Sun., Apr. 27-28, 10-5 p.m.; $252
This workshop will introduce the wonders and potential of working with steel wire and hog gut also known as sausage casing. More info
See Asheville Bookwork’s webpage for more information, including registration information.
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