Tabletop Platen Press Maintenance

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March 25th, 2015 6:30 PM

  • Instructor: Alan Hillesheim
  • Workshop Type: Printing
  • Workshop Status: Closed
  • Workshop Start: March 25th, 2015 6:30 PM
  • Workshop End: March 25th, 2015 9:30 PM
  • Sessions: 1

This workshop is an in-depth review of the parts and functions of the Tabletop Press as well as related models. You will learn the points of maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning. The instructor will provide troubleshooting tips and explain the differences between various models. This workshop includes hands-on maintenance work, including assembling and disassembling parts of the press. Whether you use studio presses, are thinking of buying one or already own one, this workshop will provide excellent direction for your future presswork.


Materials to bring: none

Workshop + Materials Fee: $70.00

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 | 6:30pm-9:30pm

LocationThis workshop will take place at 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Note: Please read the SFCB Registration Policies before signing up for a class


About the Instructor | Alan Hillesheim

Alan Hillesheim has degrees in English Literature from UC Berkeley and the University of Chicago. Thus, lost in the woods without a compass, he apprenticed at Jim Robertson's Yolla Bolly Press, over his head in the black art. There he happened upon a dysfunctional paper-folding-machine which resembled a Norwegian snow sled wrecked by six drunks. He fixed it. And then began a 23 year adventure both printing and fixing machines from the golden age of letterpress. In addition to running Digger Pine Press into the ground, he also builds wooden boats for oar and sail and, most recently, fanciful wooden toys for a four year old. He is still writing the novel he started 25 years ago, Different Eyes.


Past Student Reviews

"Alan is magic"

"Alan has an excellent ability to make it all seem doable"

"Great workshop format! Articulate and knowledgeable instructor. Very informative".

"Very helpful presentation, addressing common problems and challenges, and great advice!"

"I very much appreciated the one-on-one attention, support, and encouragement"