On Thursday, July 23rd, there will be ten Half-Day Workshops, six running in the morning and four in the afternoon, as indicated in the Thursday workshop descriptions below.
All workshops cost $75.00 plus a $6.88 EventBrite fee ($81.88 Total) and will take place at the International Printing Museum.
There is an additional $10 materials fee for Workshop #15. (Total of $92.55 including EventBrite fees.)
- Morning sessions: 9:00am – 12:00pm
- Lunch (on your own): 12:00pm – 2:00pm
- Afternoon sessions: 2:00pm – 5:00pm
ALL WORKSHOPS MUST BE REGISTERED FOR SEPARATELY WITH THE INTERNATIONAL PRINTING MUSEUM by CLICKING HERE
Workshop #6: Pressure Printing
Instructor: Janet Kupchick
Morning Session, 9am-12pm, Limit of 12 Students
[4/15/26: 4 remaining]
Let your inner child bloom as you create a custom backing sheet with cut paper and collage materials. When placed behind a blank sheet and run through an inked printing press, that sheet will transfer subtle variations in texture, revealing a beautiful range of tones, patterns, and impressions.
Workshop #7: Bookmaking – Drum Leaf
Instructor: Judi Tentor
Morning Session, 9am-12pm, Limit of 8 Students
[4/15/26: 7 remaining]
Drum leaf bindings are elegant, lay-flat structures ideal for showcasing photographs and prints. In this workshop, you’ll learn the techniques behind constructing this ingenious binding and its unique method of assembly. Each spread is formed from a single folded folio so that images can run seamlessly across the gutter without interruption. The finished book opens completely flat for a smooth, uninterrupted viewing experience.
Workshop #8: Platen Press – Tips & Tricks
Instructor: Bill Berkuta
Morning Session, 9am-12pm, Limit of 6 Students
Sold Out, Waitlist Available
Intimidated by the platen press? Having make-ready problems? Worried about smashing pins, overpacking, or uneven impressions? This hands-on workshop will help you refine essential platen press skills, including registration, pin placement, proper packing, and troubleshooting. Learn how to adjust the platen correctly, tricks on adjusting roller height, and learn how to diagnose issues and reduce wear by truly listening to the press.
Workshop #9: Ludlow Casting
Instructor: Ira Newlander
Morning Session, 9am-12pm, Limit of 6 Students
[4/15/26: 5 remaining]
This is an introduction to the amazing Ludlow Typecaster, where you will learn basic operations and cast slugs. With access to the Museum’s collection of Ludlow fonts, you will be able to cast lines of type to take home with you. The workshop will cover operations, use of various typesticks such as italic, offset, and multiple slug, and maintenance.
Workshop #10: RISO Duplicator
Instructors: Jun Ha & Dave Bow
Morning Session, 9am-12pm, Limit of 12 Students
[4/15/26: 12 remaining]
Explore the distinctive, vibrant process of Risograph printing. Create 1-2 color designs on a Risograph duplicator, while learning how to set up images, change color drums, print in layers, and register colors. Participants can bring B&W photos (up to 5×7) to incorporate into their collage.
Workshop #11: Typographic Curve Ball
Instructor: Jessica Spring
Morning Session, 9am-12pm, Limit of 8 Students
[4/15/26: Only 1 remaining]
Utilizing the Dave Peat and Smithsonian Collections of rare metal type, Jessica will discuss strategies for composing and printing fragile antique and ornamental type. After demonstrations in the use of circular quads along with a few other tricks, each student will explore typesetting curves or waves to be locked up, printed, and exchanged in a small edition.
Workshop #12: Type Slam
Instructor: Janet Kupchick
Afternoon Session, 2pm-5pm, Limit of 6 Students
[4/15/26: 5 remaining]
Print a traditional broadside with a modern vibe using letterpress and rare wood type from the Dave Peat Collection in this unique workshop. Compose a phrase. Select your font. Apply your color of ink. IMPRESS YOUR POWERFUL MESSAGE ON PAPER. This workshop is hands-on and very active. At the end of the class there will be a print exchange, in which you will take away a portfolio of prints made during the workshop.
Workshop #13: Linotype Basics
Instructor: Bill Berkuta
Afternoon Session, 2pm-5pm, Limit of 6 Students
[4/15/26: Only 2 remaining]
Learn the basics of the Linotype with a 50-year master, Bill Berkuta, who will demystify this amazing machine for you. From basic keyboard techniques to changing magazine fonts, trouble-shooting and machine operations. You will be casting type to take home and print with.
Workshop #14: Cyanotype Prints
Instructor: Judi Tentor
Afternoon Session, 2pm-5pm, Limit of 8 Students
[4/15/26: 4 remaining]
We will work with the sun to create ‘plein air’ cyanotypes using plant materials and other found objects. Participants are encouraged to bring flat objects such as keys, plant leaves and flowers, tools, lace, stencils, twine, and/or translucent things.
Workshop #15: MiScreen Printing
Instructor: Jun Ha & David Bow
Afternoon Session, 2pm-5pm, Limit of 12 Students
[4/15/26: 10 remaining]
The MiScreen A4 is an innovative digital screen-burning system that exposes silkscreens in seconds, streamlining traditional screen preparation. You’ll learn the basics of silkscreen printing for paper and apparel—from preparing your artwork to pulling prints. Bring a digital file to be burned onto a screen, and move quickly from concept to print.
There is an additional $10 materials fee to cover the mesh and tote bag.