Protect delicate, important, or valuable books in a full cloth-covered slipcase. This workshop will address proper measuring and board cutting, tips for selecting and purchasing cloth and lining boards properly, and ideas for labels and inlays. Working from an example, the class will construct a slipcase template for a 6" x 9" format book.

Materials to Bring: Scissors, metal ruler (approx. 12"), round glue brush (approx. 1"), X-ACTO® knife. (These materials are available at SFCB but many students prefer to bring their own)

Workshop + Materials Fee: $150.00

Date & Time: Sunday, May 24, 2015 :: 9:30am – 5:30pm

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

Prerequisites: None

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

About the Instructor  |  Andrew Rotner

Andrew Rottner received a BFA from Wittenberg University in 2001 and an MFA from San Francisco Art Institute in 2007. He has studied and worked as a bookbinder and book artist in the Bay Area since 2004 and teaches at San Francisco Art Institute as well as SFCB. Andrew's books, paintings and drawings have been exhibited locally and internationally including at Photo L.A and the Codex Book Fair in Berkeley. Andrew's imprint, Super Classy Publishing, produces mass market and fine press books with Bay Area artists and printers.

Past Student Reviews

"He's a great teacher- so much hands on"

"Again, worth driving from Fresno for this workshop"

"Andy is super cool and knows his craft inside out. He has a fabulous teaching style"

"Really enjoyed Andy's enthusiasm for teaching"