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Lead and Linoleum - An Introduction to Letterpress 
I. Overview and Discussion
- Letterpress Literature & Resources
- Letterpress Equipment
- Sources 
II. Overview of Letterpress Process
- Linoleum and Woodcut
- Lead Type
- Photopolymer 
III. Walk Through Simple Print Job
- Demonstration of Processes and Procedures
- Clean-up 
IV. Linoleum Cuts
- Technique and Design
- Time to Develop and Carve Lino 
V. Printing Lino 
VI. Setting Lead Type
- Technique and Design
- Time to Develop Design and Set Type 
VII. Critique and Wrap Up  
Each student will leave with 25 printed pieces. Students developing
booklets may need time to complete assembly at home. Materials will be
provided. Each student will also leave with an example of other student's
work. 
We will be working on a small press. Image sizes are limited to 4" x 7".
Dense heavy images will not print well. 
Text provided - Reprint of "Here's How Your Press Works", a surprisingly
complete letterpress guide published by Kelsey Press. 
Tuition $120 + $25 for materials.
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