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Overview
About the course
- Industry trained tutor Helen Ingham has been at the forefront of this revival and has featured in numerous design publications while continuing to produce a variety of innovative work.
- Previous students who have attended this Letterpress course at the University of the Arts London (UAL)have gained enough confidence to develop their own letterpress workshops and are now successful printers in their own right.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- Following an introduction and examples of other practitioners' work, there will be an explanation of the hand setting of moveable metal type, and a joint project will be set.
- Following projects involve the use of larger wooden type with a versatile and experimental range of print processes. You are welcome to bring letterpress printing blocks of your own for use if suitable; these can be wood, metal, lino, laser cut wood or photopolymer.
- Under supervision, blocks and type will be set for printing on a variety of presses.
- The course includes instruction on Adana 8x5 table top printing press, Vandercook proof press, and Beevers hydraulic platen press, with one-to-one instruction where needed.
- You will be provided with notes and additional suggested reading and will take home a selection of distinctive printed items.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 4.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
Materials
- Please wear flat strong shoes - no open toes, sandals or flipflops. Be prepared to get inky!
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents460 GBP / full≈ 460 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents460 GBP / full≈ 460 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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