Letterpress Basics | The Evergreen State College

Letterpress Basics

Spring 2017 quarter

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In this hands-on studio class, students will learn basic letterpress techniques. As an introduction to the medium, students will learn about different fonts, type setting, different papers, and press operation. This is a studio based class in which students will work both independently and together. In addition to printing, students will create a technical journal documenting their discoveries and also develop a written artist statement. At the end of the session, students will present and participate in a group critique to investigate and support their accomplishments.

Program Details

Fields of Study

visual arts

Preparatory For

Visual Arts, Graphic design

Quarters

Spring Open

Location and Schedule

Final Schedule and Room Assignment

Campus Location

Olympia

Time Offered

Evening

Advertised Schedule

Mon/Wed 6-8p

Online Learning

Enhanced Online Learning

Special Expenses

Students should expect to spend between $50 - $75 for the printmaking supplies required to complete the course assignments.

Revisions

Date Revision
2017-03-16 Catalog correction: Class is So-Sr only
2017-01-24 New offering added for Spring quarter