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Quick Facts

  • Availability Yes
  • Tutor Samsam Petherbridge
  • Course Code W25PTGB01A
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course is a creative exploration of paper marbling and bookbinding techniques, focusing on portfolio and clamshell box construction. We will explore the development of decorative marbled papers alongside traditional bookbinding skills to create functional and artistic book forms. This course is suitable for beginners and students with some previous experience.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Use paper marbling techniques to create decorative endpapers and book covers.
  • Use bookbinding techniques to construct portfolios and clamshell boxes.
  • Choose appropriate materials and techniques for your bookbinding projects.
  • Engage with peers and creatives to support your artistic practice.
  • Reflect on the work of visual artists and book artists to inspire your projects.

Class format and activities

There will be demonstration, group discussion, one to one tuition and practical project work. In order to ensure that you make the best possible progress on your course, you will have regular feedback from your tutor, in a constructive and supportive environment.

Entry requirements

No previous knowledge of bookbinding is required. This class is a great introduction to making books.

What you need to know before you enrol

Health and Safety information will be given at the start of the course and in subsequent lessons wherever necessary. The studio is accessible via a lift and there is an adjustable height desk available.

What you need

Pencil, eraser, notebook for taking notes. We will discuss in the first session if there are any other tools and materials you may want to buy.

What you can do next

You can enrol on a number of other bookbinding or printmaking classes including the next classes with Sam, W23PTGB01C, W24PTGB01D, W24PTGB01F, W24PTGB01G
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