Introduction to Letterpress

 Registration is closed for this event

May 22nd, 2018 6:30 PM

  • Instructor: Robin Weinert
  • Workshop Type: Printing
  • Workshop Status: Closed
  • Workshop Start: May 22nd, 2018 6:30 PM
  • Workshop End: May 22nd, 2018 9:30 PM
  • Sessions: 1

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.


Materials to Bring: None.

Workshop Fee (includes $10 materials fee): $65.00

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 22, 2018 :: 6:30-9:30pm

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 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THIS WORKSHOP.


About the Instructor | Robin Weinert

Robin Weinert is an artist and printmaker living and working in Oakland CA. He has a BFA in printmaking from Maryland Institute College of Art, and a decade of experience in the commercial printing industry here in the Bay Area. Robin owns Oakland Printing Co. A specialty printing company, which focuses on letterpress, foil stamping, embossing and die cutting. His handmade books can be found in the collections of the University of Iowa, and Yale University, among others. 


Past Student Reviews:

“I liked the workshop environment, Robin's laidback nature and the hands-on experience.”

“It was great, would recommend to others.”

“I liked getting to make my own design and getting to operate the press myself. I also liked that we were able to help each other - that way we got to see the process more than once.”

“Such a cool experience to get to try using the machines. I want to come back for another class sometime!”

375 Rhode Island St
San Francisco, CA 94103-5133
United States