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October 5th, 2019 9:30 AM

  • Instructor: Rhiannon Alpers
  • Workshop Type: Binding, Arts
  • Workshop Status: Wait-list
  • Workshop Start: October 5th, 2019 9:30 AM
  • Workshop End: October 5th, 2019 5:30 PM
  • Sessions: 1

This 1-day intensive workshop focuses on showcasing an artist's visual collection of natural curiosities in a truly one of a kind enclosure structure. The class will concentrate on collaging small dimensional treasures in this book/box combination structure. Works will include a unique hardcover book with frame and inset decorative panel 3.5" tall. Using an assemblage of historic illustrations, found objects, altered book components and natural artifacts provided by the instructor, students will explore boundless possibilities for adding found/handmade materials and written content.


Materials to Bring: Notebook and pen to take notes, found objects and natural materials 1” or less in thickness.

Optional and available at SFCB for student use during workshop: Scissors, X-Acto or utility knife, 12” ruler, pencil, glue brush, bone folder.

Workshop Fee (includes $18 materials fee): $185.00

Date & Time: Saturday, October 5, 2019 :: 9:30am-5:30pm

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 | Rhiannon Alpers

Rhiannon Alpers, has an MFA in Book and Paper Arts from Columbia College Chicago and a BA in Book Arts from UCSB. She is a papermaker, letterpress printer and book artist. She has taught academic courses at San Francisco Art Institute, University of San Francisco, San Francisco State University, Dominican University, Academy of Art University, Cabrillo College in Santa Cruz, Columbia College Chicago, Santa Reparata School of Art in Florence, Italy. She has taught workshops for Penland School of Crafts, Book Arts LA, San Diego Book Arts, Contemporary Jewish Museum, Kala Printmaking Institute, Center for Book and Paper in Chicago, and at her own studio in the Mission District. For more information visit rhiannonalpers.com


Past Student Reviews:

“Clear directions, helpful ideas, and very personable, and creative instructor. Perfect amount of time to complete the entire project. Very nice having only (5) students so we had room to spread out.”

“Clear directions, I was able to follow my own aesthetic within the parameters of the class.”

“I enjoyed this class very much and can't wait to try it on my own.”

“Rhiannon did an excellent job of meeting all participants' needs.”

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