Papermaking Intensive: Surface Treatment Study

Tuesday–Friday, June 23, 24, 25, 26; 10am–4pm CT Join Amanda Degener and Rachel Payne in an immersive, in-person workshop featuring surface treatment on flax paper and sturdy paper bindings. First, Amanda will introduce natural dyeing and surface treatments on flax paper, including indigo, walnut, and persimmon dyes. These dyed papers are special because of the crackling, layering, and combined effects resulting in dark, durable papers. Then, Rachel will offer guided, step-by-step instruction to create two bindings featuring the treated papers: a paper case and an album. Instructors will share recipes and step-by-step instructions for surface treatment processes—there are no trade secrets!—and participants are encouraged to use the album they make in the workshop to showcase their papers for future reference. This workshop is ideal for anyone who appreciates paper bindings and strong, dark paper. Wear clothes that can get dirty and non-slip, supportive, water-resistant shoes (i.e., rubber boots, garden clogs, etc.). MCBA has water-resistent aprons. Paper will be 11 x 17 inches in order to fit in a suitcase or flat mailer. Level: Beginner. All skill levels are welcome. Certificate: 24 hours, Category B or C Pricing $588 | $294 Scholarship| $882 Pay-It-Forward $65 materials fee Scholarships are available for individuals facing adversity as it relates to identity, income/wealth, and lack of access to arts resources. The Pay-It-Forward rate (tuition, plus 50%) supports MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available. We leave it to you to choose the rate that is meaningful to you based on your income, wealth, and privilege status. MCBA members receive a 10% discount on tuition. Please note: Registration closes 6/19 at midnight (CT). More Papermaking & Paper Marbling Workshops Apr 9 Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Suminagashi Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Immerse yourself in the oldest form of marbling, Suminagashi 墨流し (“spilled or floating ink”). Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Apr 11 Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Introduction to Marbling: April Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Experience the magic of marbling firsthand with this in-person workshop! Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Apr 18 Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling European Papermaking: April Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Learn the tools, terminology, and procedures of European-style papermaking in this in-person studio workshop. Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Papermaking and Marbling Register with Amanda Degener & Rachel Payne