Coptic bookbinding is an age old and versatile building block to bookbinding. A foundation skill for artisans to make their own journals and artist books. The chain stitched spine allows the book to lay flat whilst working in it and the cover can be what ever you desire, recycle some sketchbook backing cardboard, wrapped in mono prints from previous art adventures or fabrics, it will be a sturdy companion to your next art adventure. We will be working with cartridge paper in an A5 format, great travel size for outdoor sketching or note making. You will be guided in making the page groups known as ‘signatures’ and the creation of the front and back covers. The assemblage is with a coptic stitch technique that creates a robust spine with a waxed thread. You are welcome to bring your own materials for making the front and back cover if you wish to customise your book. ______________________________ Level: Beginner (18+ years) Tutor: Kate Hunter Workshop Date and Time: Saturday 22nd August | 9:30am to 12:30pm Ticket price: Member: $100 | Non-member: $110 Materials / attendance requirements: - Attendees must wear enclosed shoes - Bring a water bottle ______________________________ Terms and conditions: Minimum class size 5, maximum 8. Class subject to cancellation due to insufficient bookings. If a class is cancelled for this reason, a full refund will be issued. Cancellations with full refund can be made up until 2 weeks prior to workshop commencement, however individual classes will not be refunded due to nonattendance. By attending workshops, the attendee confirms they agree to the workshop disclaimer found on the primary workshop page. Tactile Arts members can access their workshop discount by entering COPTIC into the discount code field at the checkout.
