Bookbinding Core 1 :: Coptic Binding in-person workshop
May 15th, 2022 9:30 AM
- Instructor: Monica Holtsclaw
- Workshop Extra: Core Curriculum, Certificate Program
- Workshop Type: Binding
- Workshop Status: Wait-list
- Workshop Start: May 15th, 2022 9:30 AM
- Workshop End: May 15th, 2022 5:30 PM
- Sessions: 1
- In-person or Online?: In-person
This is an in-person workshop. All students and the instructor must show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 and agree to wear a mask for the duration of the class unless otherwise announced by SFCB. If you choose to complete the registration process you are agreeing to these terms.
Bookbinding Core Certificate Program
The San Francisco Center for the Book celebrates the craft and art of bookbinding. Our Bookbinding Core Certificate Program introduces students to four different binding models, leading them through the history and evolution of bookmaking. It provides students a comprehensive foundation to delve into the practice of binding and qualifies them work in our bindery.
Bookbinding Core 1 :: Coptic Binding
To paraphrase Lewis Carroll, we begin at the beginning. This, the first of our Core Bookbinding series, introduces students to the craft with the Coptic stitch, one of the earliest structures in binding. In addition to coming away with a finished book made by hand, students will also be introduced to the tools and terms of bookbinding. Basic practices and equipment will be discussed as students familiarize themselves with both skills and safety measures needed for working in a bindery.
Competencies Gained:
Knowledge:
Basic vocabulary of bookbinding tools and equipment
Basic bindery practices and procedures
Understanding paper grain
Skills
Folding, pressing, piercing, sewing, cutting and gluing
Equipment:
- Board shear, nipping press, hand tools
All paper for SFCB's Core Certificate Program projects has been generously provided by Mohawk.
Materials to Bring: None
Prerequisite: None; optional: Introduction to Bookbinding
Workshop + Materials Fee: $200.00*
Scholarships available; click here to apply
*Students registering for the full Core series will receive a $100 discount off the total cost. Please call or email to enroll at the discounted rate.*
Date & Time: Sunday May 15, 2022 :: 9:30am-5:30pm
Location: 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Note: Please read 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 | Monica Holtsclaw
Monica Holtsclaw holds a Diploma in bookbinding from the North Bennet Street School and a BFA in graphic design from the Savannah College of Art and Design. She has worked as a bookbinder in private practice and in conservation labs and loves sharing what she has learned with others. Examples of her work can be found at monicaholtsclaw.com.
Past Student Reviews:
"Monica was patient, gave great demonstrations, was engaging and humorous, and did not make us feel anxiety for working at different paces.”
“Extremely well organized, every step explained and demonstrated, lots of useful tips.... and just plain fun! I greatly appreciated the excellent written instructions to take home."
San Francisco, CA 94103-5133
United States