Introduction to a Case Binding with Darin Grassman
Sunday April 27, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm in the Denver area
Limited to 8 participants
The workshop
In this workshop, we will make a sewn multi-section case-bound book. You will learn to fold signatures, sew them, add endpapers, make the case, and case-in. We will review basic bookbinding tools and materials, as well as where to source them. You'll go home with a finished book covered in book cloth. No prior bookbinding experience required, beginners welcome. All materials (paper thread, book cloth, PVA etc.) will be provided. If you have them, please bring a metal ruler, knife with changeable blade (X-acto/Olfa etc), bone folder, awl and cutting mat. If you don't have these items, there will be some at the studio to share. You might want to bring an apron and tools for note taking.
The instructor
Darin is an artist and bookbinder working across several disciplines. She works out of a studio in Boulder making custom books and boxes, as well as small editions of fine stationery from repurposed materials. In addition to painting, printmaking, design and custom bookbinding, she manages production of photography and art books for independent companies and individuals. Darin holds a BFA in painting and MA in textile design. She has worked as a commercial bookbinder in Berkeley, Los Angeles, and London.
The studio
Please contact GBWRM workshop chair Alicia Bailey (aliciabailey@mac.com) with questions or concerns. The workshop will be held Sunday, April 27, 9:30am-4:30pm (one hour break for lunch) at InterOcean Studio in Denver.
There is plenty of street parking in the area. It is best if participants bring lunch as nearby restaurants (especially on Sundays) are busy and wait times can be long. There is a frig/microwave on site.
