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New Impressions Exhibit
We’re honored that our print collaboration with Drew Dernavich, Bagel Story, has been selected for the 2024 New Impressions Exhibit. This international, juried exhibition showcases exploration and creativity with letterpress printing techniques. In August it was announced that Bagel Story was voted as the In-Person People’s Choice Award!
Wood Type Poster Printing for Two, Oct. 4
Got something on your mind that you want to express in a big way? Grab a friend, partner or loved one and join Christy in her studio to print your own posters with antique wood type. Workshop is for two participants who plan to attend together (ages 18 and up). View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Wood Type Poster Printing for Two, Oct. 5
Got something on your mind that you want to express in a big way? Grab a friend, partner or loved one and join Christy in her studio to print your own posters with antique wood type. Workshop is for two participants who plan to attend together (ages 18 and up). View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Art & Gift Show at Klein's
Visit our booth at this boutique show of 26 local artists, located in the beautiful Klein's Greenhouse on the east side of Madison.
Art & Gift Show at Klein's
Visit our booth at this boutique show of 26 local artists, located in the beautiful Klein's Greenhouse on the east side of Madison.
Intro to Typesetting & Letterpress, Oct. 26
Learn how to set metal type by hand and letterpress print on a platen press. Print 20 custom notecards on velvety cotton paper. Make them for yourself or as a gift for someone special! Limited to three participants ages 18 and up. View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Holiday Theme Block Printing, Nov. 2
Design and carve your own linoleum block with a holiday theme. Print 10 cards on our 1960s era Vandercook press. Limited to five participants ages 16 and up. View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Intro to Typesetting & Letterpress, Nov. 23
Learn how to set metal type by hand and letterpress print on a platen press. Print 20 custom notecards on velvety cotton paper. Make them for yourself or as a gift for someone special! Limited to three participants ages 18 and up. View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Fall Theme Block Printing, Sept. 14
Enjoy a creative afternoon in our printing studio. Design and carve your own linoleum block with an autumn theme. Then print 10 cards on our 1960s era Vandercook press. Limited to five participants ages 16 and up. View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Wood Type Poster Printing for Two, Sept. 7
Got something on your mind that you want to express in a big way? Grab a friend, partner or loved one and join Christy in her studio to print your own posters with antique wood type. Workshop is for two participants who plan to attend together (ages 18 and up). View event for more details, and to register and pay.
Wood Type Poster Printing for Two, Sept. 6
Got something on your mind that you want to express in a big way? Grab a friend, partner or loved one and join Christy in her studio to print your own posters with antique wood type. This workshop is for two participants who plan to attend together (ages 18 and up). View event for more details, and to register and pay.
New Glarus Art in the Park
We look forward to seeing you in New Glarus at Art in the Park. This annual fine arts and crafts event takes place every labor day weekend on Sunday in beautiful downtown New Glarus. It coincides with the Wilhelm Tell Festival celebrating the community’s Swiss heritage.
Spring Art Tour, May 17 - 19
We cordially invite you to visit our home and studio during the Mount Horeb Area Arts Association Spring Art Tour. Meet Christy and Paul Nesja of Nesja Press, and visiting artist Jane Nass at tour stop No.8. For a full tour map visit SpringArtTour.com.
Creative Afternoon Block Printing, April 20
Enjoy a creative afternoon with friends in our printing studio! Design and carve your own 3 x 5 inch linoleum block. Select an ink color and print 10 greeting cards on our 1960s era Vandercook Press. You'll leave with a set of personally made cards, envelopes and a stationery box to store them in. Up to 5 people, ages 14 and up.
Creative Night Out: Block Printing, April 5
Enjoy a creative night out with friends in our printing studio! Design and carve your own 3 x 5 inch linoleum block. Select an ink color and print 10 greeting cards on our 1960s era Vandercook Press. You'll leave with a set of personally made cards, envelopes and a stationery box to store them in. Up to 5 people, ages 14 and up.
Intro to Typesetting and Letterpress, March 16
Learn how to set metal type by hand and letterpress print on a platen press. Christy will provide an overview of printing history, printer’s measurements, typecase layouts, composing sticks and type lock-ups. Participants will typeset their own name and letterpress print a set of 20 personalized notecards. Small class, up to 4 people, ages 16 and older. No prior experience necessary.
FREE THE BOOKS: A Print Exhibition
Our print, “Brain on Books,” is part of this important exhibition at the Evanston Public Library through April 2024. This exhibition encourages letterpress printers and artists to support every individual’s right to read and express their dismay at the alarming uptick in book challenges in recent years. Organized by the Evanston Public Library, Starshaped Press and Hive Center for Book Arts.
Intro to Typesetting and Letterpress, Feb. 24
Learn how to set metal type by hand and letterpress print on a platen press. Christy will give an overview of printing history, printer's measurements, typecase layouts, composing sticks and type lock-ups. Participants will typeset their own name and print a set of 20 personalized notecards. Small class, up to 4 people, ages 16 and up. Beginners welcome! Sign up with a friend for this unique, hands-on experience.
We may not have events or workshops scheduled year round – sometimes life calls us in other directions. Workshops we have held and will offer again are explained here. Check back again to see what’s new, or sign up below to get on our email list. We notify our subscribers when new workshops are scheduled. You’re always welcome to contact us about arranging a private party or small group event in our studio.