VPAS 534 Printmaking for the Classroom: Letterpress Printing, Introductory

Division of Continuing Studies Professional Institute for Educators

3 credits 42.0 hours
500 level graduate course

The traditional art of printing from engraved plates and metal type is explored using the University’s collection of metal and wood typefaces. Create several printed works via typesetting and the Vandercook Proofing Press. Design custom polymer plates and perform multi-color printing. Participants consider how letterpress techniques and process can be taught to students in the K-12 classroom.

Open to graduate students from the Division of Continuing Studies.
This course is not repeatable for credit.
This course may not be audited.
This course cannot be taken pass/fail.