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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Explore a variety of creative approaches to book structures in this hands-on bookbinding workshop in Carson.
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4 hours
Carson
1 to 2 guests
$100
What you'll do
Unlock the enchanting world of bookbinding in our "Intro to Bookbinding: Fold, Glue & Sew" class in Los Angeles, during which you will be guided through the art of creating artistic books from scratch. Learn how to fold, glue, and sew your way to making customized soft-cover blank notebooks and stunning sculptural book forms, all yours to take home.Don't worry if you're new to bookmaking; this class is designed for beginners and is a welcoming space to explore your creativity. Experienced instructors will be with you every step of the way, providing gentle guidance and support as you dive into this new craft in LA.By the end of the workshop, you'll not only have gained valuable knowledge on bookbinding but also a sense of accomplishment from creating something with your own hands. Take home your handcrafted notebooks and unique book forms, each a testament to your newfound skills and creativity.
What you'll get
- Use a variety of materials and tools, including paper, glue, and thread
- Feel encouraged to practice the techniques as you learn them
- Gain a mix of excitement and calmness as you immerse yourself in this craft & satisfying activity
- Take home a variety of artistic book structures that will inspire you to write, draw, and create
Knowledge required
No prior experience is needed. All materials are provided.
What to bring
All materials are provided, so just bring your desire for an experience that encourages curiosity, rejuvenation, and collaboration.
Location
The International Printing Museum - 315 West Torrance Boulevard, Carson, CA
Located near the 110 / 405 / 91 freeways in the South Bay.
Your teacher
Lorna Turner
Lorna Turner wears many hats: educator, graphic designer, and practicing artist. She holds a Master’s degree in Visual Communication from the Royal College of Art (RCA) in London, UK, and a BFA from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio. As an educator, Lorna teaches at ArtCenter College of Design’s Archetype Press, CSU Los Angeles, and Santa Monica College. Her courses span a variety of design-related subjects, including typography, graphic design, letterpress, book arts, and printmaking. An avid explorer and lifelong learner, Lorna’s curiosity has taken her across the globe, where she draws inspiration from diverse cultures—reflections of which are often seen in her work.
Your host
Thanks to the generosity of the Windgate Foundation, the Ludwick Family Foundation, and the Miki Young Charitable Trust, the International Printing Museum opened its Book Arts Institute, a 4600-square-foot teaching lab, in 2020! Using our collections of antique printing machinery, vintage type, and book arts equipment, our aim is to fully develop the Book Arts Institute as the premier public teaching space for book arts in Southern California.Would you like to try a hands-on workshop? We offer a wide variety of half-day and full-day courses for adults and teens in letterpress printing, bookbinding, screen printing, paper marbling, paper making, and more!
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