Summer Sampler: Introduction to Books
Sampler | This program is completed
Join us for a one-day workshop where we'll help you explore essential bookmaking structures and stitches in a fun and exploratory class. We'll begin by covering the fundamentals of bookbinding terminology, tools, adhesives, and resources to give students ideas for the creative journey ahead. During this workshop, we’ll create five books and a paper box with a multitude of samples.
Structures include the hardcover accordion book, a single-section pamphlet stitch, Japanese stab binding, single-page books, and a phase box or paper portfolio. These foundational techniques will serve as a springboard for your future book projects. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is open to all, and we look forward to sharing our passion for book art with you.
- Needed Tools: Pencil, notebook for taking notes, OPTIONAL TOOLS: Bone Folder, Ruler, X-acto or other replaceable blade knife, Scissors
Rhiannon Alpers
Rhiannon Alpers is a papermaker, letterpress printer, and book artist. She has an MFA and a BA in Book Arts and Papermaking. She has taught academic courses and workshops nationally since 2003, and relocated to the Denver area with her family in 2021 from San Francisco. She produces limited edition and sculptural artist books under the imprint of Gazelle and Goat Press. Rhiannon is a member of Spark Gallery in the Santa Fe Arts District. Visit her website at rhiannonalpers.com for more information and artwork.