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Introduction to Paper Marbling

  • San Francisco Center for the Book 375 Rhode Island San Francisco, CA (map)

Instructor: Pietro Accardi

  • Workshop Type: Binding, Arts

  • Workshop Status: Open

  • Workshop Start: April 27th, 2019 9:30 AM

  • Workshop End: April 27th, 2019 5:30 PM

  • Sessions: 1

In this inroductory class, student will gain a basic understanding of history, techniques, tools and styles of European marbling. Students will get hands on experience of all aspects of Western marbling techniques from paper priming and preparatory mixing of water medium and paints, to the creation of classical patterns. Specific attention will be given to learning how to obtain particular designs using a diverse array of rakes and combs. Students will have ample time for experimentation with guidance from the instructor and will leave with a sampling of papers they've marbled themselves.  

*Please note that paper marbling is a wet process and papers made in the workshop may not be dry at the end of class. Students may return to SFCB after the workshop to retrieve any papers left to dry at the of the day. 

Materials to Bring: None.

Workshop Fee (includes $25 materials fee): $190.00

Date & Time: Saturday, April 27, 2019 :: 9:30am-5:30pm

Location: 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Note: Please read over the SFCB Registration Policies before signing up for a class

REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THIS WORKSHOP.

Earlier Event: April 18
Hatch-Top Box
Later Event: April 28
Articulated Binding