Tuesday – Thursday, August 22 – 24 / 10 am – 3 pm

Beginners and intermediate printmakers alike will enjoy this project-based approach to linoleum-cut printmaking. Learn several techniques for multicolor printing as well as how to carve simple, beautiful patterns and images into linoleum. We will print using Japanese hand printing techniques and on the etching press. Students will be able to work from their own images at their own pace. Katherine will cover strategies for working with key blocks and tint blocks, developing pattern and choosing images that lend themselves especially well to this process. Students will complete this class with a small edition of handcut prints. You’ll learn all about the tools, techniques and resources you need to be begin linoleum carving and printing at home.

Supply list: Pencil, any 5×7 black and white images (photocopies or laser prints) you may be interested in using for a print (some will also be provided), linoleum or wood carving tools if you have them. All other materials are included with your registration.

Instructor: Katherine Case
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Tuesdays, October 18 – November 15 / 6 – 9 pm

This beautiful, clear, and simple style of calligraphic writing is based on a circular “o.” The analysis of these lovely rounded shapes is a great place for students to begin a calligraphy education or to improve and refine skills for those who have previously studied lettering. Students will artfully letter minuscule and majuscule forms with pen and ink on paper to illustrate words.

Instructor: Carol Pallesen
Ages: Adult (15+)

Required Supplies:

Notebook (optional), 3mm Brause nib, nib holder, Higgins Eternal Ink, ink dishes (small to hold ink, larger to hold small dish), paper (Strathmore 300 Series Sketch 9×12″ tapebound), rag, apron, baby wipes.

If you have any questions regarding these supplies, please call Carol Pallesen directly (775 329-6983) and she will be able to assist you.

Wednesdays, October 12 – November 16 / 6 – 9 pm

Make lots of handmade books! In this condensed version of Katherine’s week-long undergraduate course, we will create an array of different book structures: hard cover, soft cover, single and multiple signature books, easy folded books and Asian bindings. We’ll cover every aspect of bookbinding from A to Z, and students will finish with the tools, techniques and resources needed to start bookbinding at home. 

Instructor: Katherine Case
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels 

Supply List: 
Metal ruler, bone folder, bookbinding awl, X-acto knife, pencil, a few medium and small binder clips, double-stick tape, 1″ glue brush. All other materials are included with your registration.

Saturday, July 23 / 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

Learn to carve simple, beautiful patterns or images in linoleum and print them using Japanese hand printing techniques. The botanical images we’ll be working with in this class lend themselves especially well to this versatile printmaking process. Found images can be transformed into vibrantly layered compositions using Katherine’s easy transfer and carving techniques. Everyone will leave with a small edition of botanical prints. You’ll learn all about the tools, techniques and resources you need to be begin linoleum carving and printing at home. *Supply list.

Instructor: Katherine Case
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Monday – Wednesday, July 18 – 20 / 10 am – 3 pm

Make lots of handmade books! In this condensed version of Katherine’s weeklong undergraduate course, we will create an array of different book structures–hard cover, soft cover, single and multiple signature books, easy folded books and Asian bindings. We’ll cover every aspect of bookbinding from A to Z, and everyone will finish with the tools, techniques and resources needed to start bookbinding at home. 

Instructor: Katherine Case
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels 

Supply List: 
Metal ruler, bone folder, bookbinding awl, X-acto knife, pencil, a few medium and small binder clips, double-stick tape, 1″ glue brush. All other materials are included with your registration.

Tuesday – Thursday, June 14 – 16 / 9 am – 2 pm

Enjoy the process as we decorate and paint paper to be bound into a Middle Ages style book, with a soft leather wrap-around cover and exposed stitching. We will discuss medieval working methods and materials. Our  beautiful contemporary books of hours can be used as journals to contain words closest to our hearts.

Instructor: Carol Pallesen
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

• bone folder
• rulers (36-48″ long if you have one (we can share) plus a 12-18″ metal cork-backed ruler)
• pencil & eraser
• notebook (if you wish to take notes in class)
• brushes (1″ and 3″ inexpensive hardware store variety–nude wooden handles and natural/pure bristles)
• large watercolor or sumi brushes
• 3 or 4 wooden chopsticks
• 3 or 4 plastic spoons
• 2 or 3 small jars or yogurt cups (with lids)
• 1 or 2 larger containers with lids (such as 16 or 32 oz. cottage cheese or yogurt containers, or glass jars)
• 1 roll of paper towels
• 1 small bucket or another large yogurt container (at least 32 oz.–for water)
• 60 sheets of scratch paper (8.5 x 11″ or larger, such as used computer or xerox paper)
• 1 or 2 sponges
• small spray bottle (optional)
• rubber gloves (optional)
• apron (and wear grubbies)
• a few rubber or sponge stamps or other texturizing/patterning tools (optional–I’ll be bringing some to share)
• triangle (12″ 30-60–I’ll bring some to share)
• package of Dritz or similar tapestry needles, size/no. 18/22
• needle nose pliers (we can share)
• needle awl (we can share)

Please bring a lunch or money to purchase lunch. 

Questions on supplies? Call Carol Pallesen: 323-8930

Tuesdays, March 1 – 29 / 6 – 9 pm

Explore Italic’s fluency and versatility with pen and ink. In this five-week class we will construct formal Italic minuscules, majuscules and numerals. In addition to presentation and practice of these elegant and useful letter-forms, we will discuss tools, media and papers. For beginners and those that would like to renew your Italic hand!

Supply List:

• 1 ½ and 3mm Brause pen nibs and pen holder
• Higgins Eternal Ink (black)
• Strathmore 300 Series Sketch Pad with tape top, 9×12”
• Dishes for ink
• Rag
• Baby Wipes

Instructor: Carol Pallesen
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Saturday, April 16 / 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

This class features new non-adhesive book structures so returning students will find new challenges and new students will enjoy learning from start-to finish. Create a miniature book with pockets, two types of multi-signature sewn books, two variations on the concertina, and an easy folded box that you can adjust in size to protect any document or book. These fun projects are a great way to become acquainted with the tools and materials of bookbinding, or to further hone and develop your bookbinding skills. *Supply List.

Instructor: Katherine Case
Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels

Saturday, March 5 / 9 am – 12 pm
and Sunday, March 6 / 9 am -3 pm

Make this handmade box for your most treasured mementos. Over the three sessions of class, students will be introduced to every aspect of hand boxmaking, including cutting and preparation of bookcloth, decorative paper and board; gluing and assembly; and techniques for scaling this structure and others to perfectly enclose a particular book or keepsake. Students will also be able to personalize their boxes. 

Supply List:

• Ruler
• X-acto knife
• Bone folder
• 1″ glue brush
• A clean cotton rag
• Any decorative paper or collage elements you would like to incorporate into your box

Instructor: Katherine Case 
Ages: 15+ / All levels 

Saturday, February 6 / 10 am – 4 pm

Great collage combines elements of both structure and free association. Using Katherine’s legendary paper collection and a collaging technique guaranteed to produce fabulous compositions, we will create an edition of collaborative handmade books. In this fun class, you’ll learn ways to both “banish your inner editor” releasing creative play, and then to reign it in, creating a balanced composition.

Supply List:

• Pencil
• Ruler
• X-acto knife
• 1″ glue brush 
• Scissors
• Bone Folder
• Glue Stick
• A selection of images, paper scraps, ephemera and other collage elements to incorporate into your compositions

Instructor: Katherine Case
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels