Workshop Fee (includes materials fee): $85
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If you have heard about letterpress but are not really sure what it is or how it works, this class will allow you to peer inside the rich history and engaging techniques of letterpress printing.

This class introduces the process, the materials, the machines, and the satisfaction of printing by hand on a Cylinder proof press. Participants will learn the basics of setting type using SFCB’s vast collection of lead type and decorative ornaments as well as inking, locking up and pulling a print.

>> Prerequisite: None <<

Materials to Bring: None. All tools and materials will be provided. 

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 :: 6-9pm

Location: 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

NOTE: Please read over the SFCB Registration Policies before signing up for a class. Registration will close approximately three days prior to the start date of the workshop to allow the instructor time to prep materials for class. We recommend you not wait to register, as workshops that don't meet our minimum enrollment will be canceled, sometimes as much as a week in advance.
 

About the Instructor | Brian Lieske (he/him)

Brian wandered into SFCB many years ago and continues to haunt the place. He completed both the bookbinding and letterpress cores as well as several of the summer historic structure classes. He enjoys making fully hand-sewn books and still fights to not over-tighten his kettle stitches. He’s lived in San Francisco for more than 20 years having arrived shortly after completing an MFA at the University of Texas at Austin.

Past Student Reviews:

“Made a new machine and process seem totally approachable and built excitement for the countless possibilities.”

"I was happy to learn something new and the workshop was good "information" for me to decide if I want to take more letterpress classes. The class size was perfect for the amount of time allocated to the process.”

“Brian is an amazing teacher. He is talented and generous. He goes way beyond expectations in what he delivers. I like his classes and will take more in the future.”

“It was fantastic! We dove right in, had the right amount of instruction to feel confident creating something. Instructors were incredibly helpful without micromanaging or doing much for us. It was exactly what I was hoping it would be!"