Handmade Paper & Books

Richard introduces students to the ancient methods and techniques of paper making and book binding. Students produce their own hand made linen papers and explore various historical methods of decorating, including 15th century Turkish marbling, 12th century Japanese Suminagashi marbling, embossing, and, decorative flower embedding. Students then use an 18th century letter press to print their projects. This residency also emphasizes environmental issues such as the "quiet fire syndrome" and paper recycling efforts. In association with the Philadelphia Handmade Paper Company, Richard's work focuses on efforts to bring to life the colonial past. He has designed a mobile, hands-on living history program that transforms a classroom into a scene from 18th century Colonial America.

Grades 4-12 (4 day minimum)    25 students per class
$370 per day (Includes planning session)
Materials fee assessed per residency