The Independent Printing Resource Center or IPRC located near Powell's on Burnside is one of those brilliant businesses that make Portland a cool place to live. Since it's inception in 1998 when having your own zine was uberalternative, it offers the use of copiers, typewriters, printing machines, type, computers, and more to creatives of all ages. To make use of all this bounty, you simply purchase an annual membership (at a sliding scale depending on your financial situation), and attend one of the monthly orientation sessions. It hits the Portlander's love of art, cards, letterpress, and do-it-yourself needs squarely on the head. It's affordable as well - which never hurts an artist's pocketbook.
I myself have taken two classes from IPRC. One was a letterpress class where I learned that the term "leading" actually had to do with placing bars of lead between your rows of type. Of course! That makes perfect sense. The other was a Print Gocco class where I made these adorable and affordable Owen Cards. IPRC has just come out with their Fall schedule which you can see if you click on the "read more" link below. My talented friend, Loaded Hips Press's show is currently up right now. I recommend you check it out.
HOURS
Mon 12 noon to 10 PM
Tue/Wed/Thu 4 PM to 10 PM
Fri/Sat 12 noon to 6 PM
Sun 12 noon to 5 PM (youth only),
5 PM to 8 PM
LOCATED AT: 917 SW Oak Street #218 Portland, Oregon 97205 USA
Tel/Fax 503.827.0249
Hi,
Just in case you haven't seen our Fall line-up on book arts and print arts workshops at the IPRC, Next week we have Japanese Bookbinding: Albums and Accordions...
To register for workshops, call the IPRC!
{Letterpress/Print Arts}
Print Gocco Basics
The Print Gocco is a small, easy-to-use, self-contained printing machine. Using this simple screenprinting method, you can produce prints on paper or fabric. The workshop covers original preparation, screen exposure and printing. You can make multiple amazing and professional-looking postcards and more! Once trained you can use the IPRC's Print Goccos anytime.
Instructor: Gillian Beck
Tue, Oct 14, 2008, 7–9 pm, $20 members/$30 nonmembers, Material's fee $8
Mon, Nov 10, 2008, 7–9 pm, $20 members/$30 nonmembers, Material's fee $8
Advanced Print Gocco – 4 topics in 4 hours
Students work in two groups on the "project of the hour." Hour one: eliminating dropouts and blotchiness in your prints; hour two: multicolor registration, print on larger formats (larger than 4"x 6"); hour three: open screenprinting; hour four: print with your food (and eat it too)! Pre-req: Print Gocco Basics or equivalent. Instructor: Shu-Ju Wang
Sat, Oct 25, 2008, 1–5 pm, $40 members/$60 nonmembers, Material's fee $10
Lino-cut Holiday Cards
Have you ever wanted to print your own holiday cards? It's easy and fun to do with linoleum block printing! We'll cover the basics by designing a simple holiday card project, carving the block, and handprinting your original cards. Instructor: Debbie West
Mon, Nov 24, 2008, 6:30 - 9 pm, $25 members/$40 nonmembers, Material's fee $5
Intro to Letterpress (1 day)
Learn to set movable lead type and print on a table-top handpress in the IPRC print shop. You'll learn the vocabulary of printing and typesetting while getting a feel for this beautiful and historical process. Leave class with a printed card and the satisfaction that comes with using 100 year old equipment! Come to class with small quotes or ideas for words to print. Successful completion of this class allows IPRC members access to open studio print hours so you can keep on printing! Instructor: Katy Meegan, Mette Hornung Rankin, Philip Cheaney, Iris Porter
Sat, Oct 4, 2008, 11– 5 pm, $55, members only
Sat, Nov 8, 2008, 11–5 pm, $55, members only
Fri, Nov 14, 2008, 4–9 pm, $55, members only
Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 11–5 pm, $55, members only
Sat, Dec 6, 2008, 11– 5 pm, $55, members only (openings now)
Sat, Dec 13, 2008, 11–5 pm, $55, members only (openings now)
Advanced Letterpress II
Delve further into the craft of printing! Topics include getting the best quality plates made, sourcing new type, planning larger print-runs, specialty bindery options and press care & maintenance. Pre-req: Intro to Letterpress or equivalent. Instructor: Rebecca Gilbert
Sat, Oct 11, 2008, 11 am–5 pm, $50 members only (sold out, but sign up to get a call for Spring for Adv I & II)
{Book Arts & Binding}
Japanese Bookbinding: Accordions and Albums
Explore the world of Japanese Accordion books. From the basic "folded scroll" to Nori-ire gajo (Japanese Album) these seemingly simple structures offer fascinating sculptural possibilities and is a great way to experiment with the combination of form, image and text.
Instructor: Jovencio de la Paz
Tue, Oct 8, 2008, 6:30–9:30 pm, $30 members/$45 nonmembers, $2 material's fee
Coptic Binding
This workshop will cover a basic Coptic (open-bound and stitched) book structure from start to finish. Students will learn to assemble and sew, and will leave with a finished book. Supplies will be provided but bring any of your own special papers or materials.
Instructor: Katy Meegan
Thu, Oct 30, 2008, 6 –9 pm, $30 members/$45 nonmembers
Small Book Boxes
Learn how to create the classic clam-shell box, the ideal way to store a collection of zines or a special edition book on its own. Not only will we be learning the basics of building and covering a small box, but we will also be collaborating on making miniature zines/chapbooks to fit perfectly inside! Instructor: Jovencio de la Paz
Sat, Nov 15, 2008, 12:30–5:30 pm, $45 members/$60 nonmembers, material's fee $5
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Independent Publishing Resource Center
917 SW Oak St. #218, Portland, Ore. 97205
tel | fax 503.827.0249 www.iprc.org <http://www.iprc.org>
