Calligraphy & Bookbinding – Making Books & Simple Folded Structures/Ephemera

Course intent

This workshop will cover making small, simple folded books (suitable for calligraphy, art, diaries etc) together with some fun folded paper structures to enclose messages, small gifts etc as well as making attractive ephemeral decorations. Enjoy the well-being benefits gained through working in a friendly, creative learning environment

What will we cover?

• We will look at a variety of books that fold, flip and turn, with some opening out into cascading pages.

• You will make some simple folded structures, that are good for taking small gifts as well as making attractive hanging decorations.
• If you are a calligrapher, there will be an opportunity to write in and on these with support from the tutor

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

All Abilities: This course would be ideal for calligraphers as well as artists, illustrators, people interested in Book Art and Artists’ Books as well as card makers and crafters. No previous knowledge is necessary to make the books and folded decorations, but if wanting to use calligraphy during the workshop, some skills and experience as a calligrapher will be required.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Materials will be provided on the day Any decorative papers you would like to use as covers for your books.

If you are a calligrapher,

Felt Pens, Watercolours, gouache, fineliners if you have them. (I will have some with me). There will be a 30 minute lunch break when you can bring your own lunch.

Learners should bring with them:

• Pencil
• Ruler
• Craft knife
• Scissors
• Notebook
• Any decorative papers you would like to use as covers for your books.

If you have them:

• Felt Pens
• Watercolours
• Gouache
• Fineliners

If you are a calligrapher:

• bring your usual tools and materials to write in/on the books etc

The tutor will bring some additional materials for you to try.

• There will be a 30 minute lunch break, so please bring your own lunch.

What can I do when I finish the course?

Learners may like to progress on to a calligraphy course (Saturday workshops and weekday courses at Guildford and Farnham) or enrol at a future date on a bookbinding or illustration course

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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