WORKSHOPS at my new home studio are now by request. I do offer a series, designed to guide the student towards a more traditional study of bookbinding and box making, or to direct them towards alternative structures for artist book work. From years of production binding, my methods are straight forward with a focus on good structure and use of materials.
Strongly encouraged is a one-day workshop on the basics of case binding called BOOKBINDING WARMUP, introducing the fundamentals of hand bookbinding, from sewing to construction; great for the beginner or as a review for the more experienced. Alternatively, THE SKETCHBOOK BINDING also teaches the basics of case binding, but in a larger format with heavier paper. And, THE SEWN BOARDS BINDING is another one day class introducing a binding structure that departs from case binding, but covers bookbinding basics.
Due to limited space, classes by request are limited to three students, two preferably at the rates stated. A private class will be quoted at higher course cost. Advanced classes require prior experience. All workshops are accompanies by handouts to follow in class, or for future reference.
Since my retirement from production in 2024, my workshops are scheduled as time permits, or by request. Class descriptions appear below. Contact me if you are interested in scheduling a class.
BOOKBINDING WARMUP, The Flatback Case Binding. One day, 9 to 4 /// $120, includes materials. Learn or Review the Basics of traditional by making a case bound journal.
SEWN BOARDS BINDING, A Variation. Intro to In-Boards Binding. One day, 9 to 4 /// $120. Click on image for details.
The SKETCHBOOK BINDING. One day, 9 to 4. $125, includes materials. Intro to basics while creating a large format, 3/4 cloth case binding with heavier text paper. Click on image for details.
THE CLAMSHELL BOX. Two days, 9 to 4 /// $245. Constructing two drop-spine boxes for books or prints. Click on image for details...
STRUCTURES for ARTIST BOOKS. Two days, 9 to 4 /// $225. Two alternative book structures designed for artist book work and pop-ups. Click on image for details.
EXPOSED SPINE BINDING. One day, 9 to 4 /// $125. Alternative structure sewn on straps for creative book works. Click on image for details.
THE ROUNDED SPINE for Case Binding. Two days, 9 to 4 /// $225. Making rounded book spines and case covers. Prior classes required. Click on images for details.
MILLIMETER STYLE BINDING. Two days, 9 to 4 // /$235. ~ leather, materials included. An elegant transition to In-Boards Binding with Leather. Click on image for details.
CASE BINDING REFINED WITH LEATHER. Two days, 9 to 4. $260. Leather, materials included. Intro to working fine goatskin leather on refined case bindings. Prior class experience and some prep work required. Click image for details.
To request a class contact me below/// Class size limited. Priscilla’s past students may bypass required classes upon approval. A deposit of $75 is required to hold a place in a class, $100 for leather classes. Balance due by workshop date. Deposit may be made by check, but also through Venmo. A two-week notice of cancellation is necessary to receive full refund of deposit or any prepaid payment.