Pressing matters
By PRINTING with Types
This is a beginner-friendly, creative workshop to introduce you to the world of letterpress printing
– the oldest traditional form of relief printing, that printed the very first book and newspaper.
After a brief foray into the pleasingly tactile, analogue world of letterpress printing, Dabble in
some old-fashioned typesetting with hands, learn to compose metal type and understand the
process of letterpress printing.
Note: This workshop is designed for a small group of around 10 individuals, pre-registration is
compulsory. All necessary materials will be provided at the event.
Pricing - ₹1000 / person
Duration - 1:00 hrs.
Suitable for age 16+
One complimentary Beer/Mocktail
Takeaway: Hands on experience of composing text physically, one coaster handmade using
letterpress printing.
Facilitators
Arunkumar & Akilandeswari
Letterpress Artists, Printmakers & Designers
driven by passion for this time-honoured printing method, founded Printing with Types, a
Bangalore-based studio dedicated to the art of letterpress.
As self-taught letterpress artists, with keen focus on preserving and strengthening this art form,
infusing it with modern minimalist design and creating exceptional stationery that embodies
unique tactile prints.
Date: 28th Sept
Location: BGK
Contact: Arun (8217389837)
Timing: 2PM - 3PM
Event Venue
Biergarten Brewery & Kitchen, 4th B Cross, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560095, Bangalore, India
INR 1000.00
