Explore, at your own pace, the history of printing and printing equipment and methods throughout the ages. Catch live demonstrations of some presses and watch history comes alive. You're are invited to ask any one of the museum staff and volunteers and get more immersive information on any specific artifacts or machines curated for this museum.
For those who are not ready to take part in the workshops, we have set aside several printing presses for the use and enjoyment by visitors to the Print Expo & Fair 2023. Experience first-hand how printing was performed in the late 1800s and mid 1900s. Pull the lever, and print your own keepsake.
Meet the talented group of artisans participating in the Print Expo & Fair 2023 in the field of bookbinding, letterpress, printmaking, papermaking, and book arts. A wonderful opportunity to shop for unique and one-of-kind gifts for home and holiday seasons.
The Baker's Devil is holding a bake sale at its pop-up location at the PE&F 2023. Proceeds will be going to the Lighthouse for Grieving Children & Families. Special menu will be posted, and items can be pre-ordered and picked up at the pop-up location on Oct 14.
Duration : 60 minutes
Start Time: 11:00 AM
This simple image-making process for the letterpress uses collaged paper and stickers to create different thickness plates that print darker and lighter. Your collaged plate goes under the printed paper to create the image.
Duration : 60 minutes
Start Time: 2:00 PM
This simple image-making process for the letterpress uses collaged paper and stickers to create different thickness plates that print darker and lighter. Your collaged plate goes under the printed paper to create the image.
Duration : 3 sessions of 45 minutes each
Start Time : t.b.a.
Have you mastered the Coptic stitch? Or, are you looking for an alternative look? Then, maybe these sessions will get you out of the box. During the Medieval period, the book was further developed by utilizing sewing supports to stiffen up the structure.
Duration : 60 minutes
Start Time : 10:30 AM
This is a general lesson and intro to Letterpress with a particular focus on typography and designing with type. We'll discuss kerning technique and style, how to set and lockup wood/metal type and hand inking techniques.
Duration : 60 minutes
Start Time : 1:00 PM
This is a general lesson and intro to Letterpress with a particular focus on typography and designing with type. We'll discuss kerning technique and style, how to set and lockup wood/metal type and hand inking techniques.
Duration : 60 minutes
Time : 1:00 PM
Learn to monoprint with a gel printing plate. In this workshop, learn how to ink the plate and layer colours and textures.
Duration : 60 minutes
Time : 2:30 PM
Beth will be leading the class on the Chainstitch binding method for attaching a section of pages to a cover requires minimal materials, no glue, and results in a lovely decorative spine stitch. All supplies and tools will be provided.