Printmaking and Bookbinding Day Workshop in Glasgow East End

Join us for a magical one-day printmaking and bookbinding course!

There are two dates available for this workshop:

• Sunday 11 May, 10am - 4pm
• Sunday 18 May, 10am - 4pm

As we approach the lighter days of the year, we’ll take inspiration in this workshop from the ancient Gaelic sun festival of Beltane. Beltane was traditionally celebrated on the first of May. This festival marked the beginning of summer, and welcomed warmth back into the world.

Working alongside printmaker Abbie Lois learn how to carve intricate Lino blocks with traditional tools and print beautiful repeated patterns. Participants will use the block printed papers to make covers for an A6 Coptic Bound book with bookbinder Kerry Douglas who will teach you how to hand sew and bind a wonderful lay-flat notebook/sketchbook.

Inspiration material for the class will be provided, along with some lore about this festival for you to listen to! Although the day will be inspired by this Gaelic festival, you are of course welcome to be inspired by whatever you’d like for your book, and we encourage you to bring your own reference material for inspiration if you wish.

All tools and materials are provided however participants are welcome to bring along A5 prints or found papers to include within their bindings. Please cut these to size before arriving.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore your creativity and go home with your own handmade books. Book your spot now and get ready for a day of learning new skills.

Extra Information

• This is a one day workshop with two available dates to choose from.
• Suitable for beginners and those wishing to enhance their skills.
• Participants must be 18+.
• The workshop is scheduled to run from 10am to 4pm, but please allow an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour if needed. While we aim to finish on time, we want to ensure all participants, regardless of pace, have the opportunity to complete their books.
• Tea, coffee and tasty treats will be provided.
• We will stop for a 30-45min lunch break, please see details below of local amenities below.
• A week before the workshop we will email everyone with more information.

Location

East End Press, 60 Brook Street, Glasgow G40 2AB

Entrance to the studio via the car park on Rogart St.

How to get there

Train: Bridgeton Station 5 min walk

Bus: No. 2 to Bridgeton, 61 or 18 to Sword St + 5 min walk

Walk: 40 min walk from city centre

Car: free car park and on street parking
- Broad St Business Complex Car Park

Access

• 3rd/top floor studio accessible via stairs
• There is a lift but unfortunately we cannot guarantee it will be operating during the weekend
• Sink, kettle, small fridge and microwave

Nearby

• Garlic & Thyme Cafe next door in Rogart St Campus
• Greggs on London Rd alongside a variety of cafes, newsagents and local fresh market

Refunds

Please see our refund policy here.