Creative Bookbinding

About this course

The course introduces paper marbling alongside traditional bookbinding, with projects centred on portfolio and clamshell box construction. Participants explore how decorative papers can be developed for functional and artistic book forms. Teaching combines demonstrations, group discussion, one-to-one tuition and practical project work. Tutor feedback is provided throughout the course as participants develop bookbinding and printmaking techniques for their projects.

What you'll learn

• Construct a range of contemporary book forms using bookbinding techniques.
• Develop marbled and printed papers for use in book projects.
• Select materials and techniques appropriate to different book constructions.
• Consider visual artists and book artists when developing personal project ideas.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for complete beginners as well as learners with some previous experience. No prior bookbinding knowledge is required. Sessions combine practical individual work with demonstrations, group discussion, one-to-one tuition and regular tutor feedback.

• Suitable as an introduction to making books.
• Includes both group discussion and individual tuition.
• Learners develop work through practical projects.

Before you go

• Bring a pencil, eraser and notebook.
• Any additional tools or materials to buy will be discussed during the first session.
• Health and safety information is provided at the start of the course and during later lessons where needed.
• The studio is accessible by lift and has an adjustable-height desk.