Wednesday – Spudnik Press https://www.spudnikpress.org An affordable and approachable community print studio in Chicago Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:18:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.spudnikpress.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/monogram-09-100x100.png Wednesday – Spudnik Press https://www.spudnikpress.org 32 32 228766959 September 23 | Intro to Letterpress Printing (8 Weeks) https://www.spudnikpress.org/classes/september-23-intro-to-letterpress-printing-8-weeks/ Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:02:34 +0000 https://www.spudnikpress.org/?post_type=class&p=41593 Read more »]]> This course is the perfect introduction to letterpress printing, a centuries-old process that shaped the history of printed language. From its invention by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century through its continued use into the 20th century, letterpress has remained a powerful and tactile way to print text and images.

Over eight weekly sessions, students will learn the fundamentals of letterpress printing, including hand-setting metal and wood type, understanding inks and paper, and safely operating presses. Instruction covers composing with a stick, adjusting letter and word spacing, building type forms, and printing with consistent impression. Students will also learn essential press skills such as locking up in a chase, basic make-ready, registering multiple layers, and proper press cleanup.

This hands-on class is ideal for creatives, designers, writers, and anyone interested in language as a visual and physical medium. No prior printmaking experience is required.

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