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The Art of the Book Workshop

April 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am - April 25, 2023 @ 3:00 pm

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In this two-day intensive workshop, participants will explore and study the exciting world of the history of books in Swem Library’s Special Collections Research Center. Participants will examine rare books in Special Collections, learn about the history of the book, and create a collaborative artwork using one of the oldest forms of book making through relief printmaking. Participants will receive the finished design as both a print on paper and a T-shirt upon completing the class. Lunch will be provided each day.

April 24-25
10 AM – 3 PM
All materials will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome; just bring your imagination!
Workshop fee: Muscarelle Members, W&M Staff, Faculty, and Students $25; Non-Members $30
Please note that space is limited to 15 participants.

INSTRUCTORS:
Steve Prince
Director of Engagement & Distinguished Artist In Residence
Muscarelle Museum of Art

Meghan Bryant, Ph.D.
Head of Public Services & Instruction
Special Collections Research Center

Details

Start:
April 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am
End:
April 25, 2023 @ 3:00 pm
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Website:
https://muscarelle.wm.edu/product/the-art-of-the-book/

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Speaker
Steve Prince, Director of Engagement, Muscarelle Museum of Art and Meghan Bryant, Head of Public Services & Instruction, Special Collections Research Center

Venue

Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library
400 Landrum Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23186 United States
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