{"product_id":"intro-to-letterpress-printing-type-images-19-09-2026","title":"INTRODUCTION TO LETTERPRESS 1: Printing Type \u0026 Images 19\/09\/2026","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for complete beginners, this is the first in a three-part series of introductory letterpress workshops presented by the experts at the London Centre for Book Arts. All materials and tools are provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is Letterpress?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLetterpress is a relief printing method with a history stretching back to the fifteenth century. Using movable type — cast from metal or carved from wood — along with polymer plates and other relief surfaces; ink is applied to a raised surface and transferred directly onto paper under pressure, producing a crisp, tactile impression that is impossible to replicate digitally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLetterpress is a printing process particularly suited for cards, posters, artist books, and limited-edition publications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this workshop, participants will be given a broad introduction to a range of processes and possibilities on the letterpress proofing press — from hand-typesetting both metal and wood type, to printing with linocuts or polymer plates. Some processes will be covered practically, while others will be introduced through demonstration, giving you a thorough overview of what can be achieved before you begin developing your own projects in subsequent workshops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTopics that will be covered during the day:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Letterpress studio tour and introduction to tools, equipment, and materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Introduction to LCBA’s four proofing presses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Setting type and locking up a forme (hands-on)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- An introduction to polymer plates and linocuts (demonstration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Setting and working with wood type (hands-on)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Inking the press and printing a small edition (hands-on)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Safe press operation and basic clean-up procedure (demonstration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpon completion, you will leave with a hand-printed edition, and an understanding of the core principles of letterpress printing to progress to Introduction to Letterpress 2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is designed to prepare you for Introduction to Letterpress 2: Composition and Design for Print, followed by Introduction to Letterpress 3: Advanced Techniques. Completing all three introductory workshops qualifies you to apply for Letterpress Certification. A successful certification is a requirement for working independently on the presses at LCBA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow to use the Letterpress presses independently at LCBA\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Complete Introduction to Letterpress 1, 2, \u0026amp; 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Book and pass the Certification Test to confirm your readiness for independent press use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Become a studio member by purchasing a Studio Pass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- With your Studio Pass, make a booking to use the presses independently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAlthough not required, if you are an up-to-date studio member with a valid Studio Pass you will receive a 20% discount on all workshops at LCBA (excluding multi-day courses such as Making Books School).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Centre for Book Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58506286203264,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/4524\/8002\/files\/DSC02455_1_78a770af-3b26-44bb-ae3b-eedda4467f0d.jpg?v=1767717135","url":"https:\/\/londonbookarts.org\/en-us\/products\/intro-to-letterpress-printing-type-images-19-09-2026","provider":"London Centre for Book Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}