This class will introduce students to zine-making (i.e., self-produced/published mini-magazines) through the unique and fun filter of the "Choose Your Own Adventure" style narrative. Students will create both images and text and will leave the course with a better understanding of design and composition, traditional cut-and-paste techniques, computer image editing skills, simple binding techniques, and where to share their zines with the world. The "Choose-Your-Own-Adventure" model of writing is not only fun, but also a great way for aspiring (and more seasoned) writers/artists to take some of the pressure out of the process and see where their stream-of-consciousness leads them. Most tools and supplies included in the lab fee.

Gain a foundation in the medium of printmaking through this introductory course, which will cover a variety of techniques including monotypes (which produce a unique print), collagraphs (inking and printing a textured collage) and relief printmaking (carving and printing an image from a linoleum block). These methods serve as a foundation for learning the variety of ways ink is applied to a plate and then transferred to paper to create an image. Lab fee includes inks, tools and printing equipment; a materials list for remaining supplies will be provided.

Are you looking for an alternative to purchasing patterned papers for book arts, collage or mixed media projects? This class will teach you how to design and create decorative papers, customized with your own patterns and colors. Students will learn several techniques including paper marbling, paste papers and relief printed stamps. All levels of experience welcome. Most supplies included in the lab fee, though students will need to bring their own papers to print on (a more detailed materials list will be provided prior to the first class). Consider putting your decorative papers to use in Sketchbooking: Bind and Fill or Choose Your Own Adventure Zines in July!

Silk screen printing is a popular and versatile printing method commonly used to create posters, t-shirts and labels. In this class, students will learn the whole process from preparing an image to developing a screen to running a set of prints on paper. Instruction will include demonstrations and hands-on practice using stencil methods as well as transparencies. Most supplies included in the lab fee, though students will need to bring their own paper to print on (details will be provided at the first class).

Learn to bind your own sketchbook, and then discover creative ways to fill it both inside and out. The class will begin with an introduction to the world of handmade books as each student creates his or her own sketchbook. Through a series of prompts and activities, students will transform their blank books into a work of art using pencil, ink, paint, found objects and collage. Students will leave the class with a handbound sketchbook filled with their own drawings and observations, and the inspiration to continue exploring and documenting the world. No previous bookbinding or drawing experience is required. Most tools and supplies included in the lab fee.