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Introduction to Letterpress

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thin Ice Press: the York Centre for Print (YO1 8SG)

About This Event

Get to grips with the basics of letterpress printing in this introductory workshop. In this two-hour session, you will get the chance to set a line of metal type, see what it means to lock up a forme, and try your hand printing with a tabletop Adana press.You will go home with copies of your own hand-printed postcards.

The workshop will be taught byIzzy Williamsonand Phil Treble ofMuttons & Nuts.

£40. No previous experience is necessary and all equipment and materials will be provided. Please arrive five minutes before the scheduled start time.

Mondays: 10.00-17.00Tuesdays: ClosedWednesdays: ClosedThursdays: 13.00-20.00Fridays: 10.00-17.00Saturdays: 10.00-17.00Sundays: 10.00-17.00

If you are planning a special trip to visit Thin Ice Press, please get in touch as we may occasionally close for events. Thin Ice Press is also available for exclusive bookings including evening and weekend events.

Dates: 19th Mar 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Venue: Thin Ice Press: the York Centre for Print
Categories: Festivals, Tours & Guides, Entertainment, Family Friendly, Great Outdoors

Book tickets at the event website.

Contact: Email: thinicepress@york.ac.uk