Traditional Printing Workshop with Experts

Northern Italy, Venice



Discover the art of traditional printing in Venice. Learn from experts, create your own print on Fabriano Rosaspina paper, and gain insights into graphic design and layout.

Highlights

  • Discover the timeless technique of movable type composition and printing
  • Learn from experts Michele Costantini and Luca Valonta in their workshop
  • Create your own print on exquisite Fabriano Rosaspina paper to take home
  • Gain insights into graphic design and layout from seasoned professionals
  • Experience the beauty of traditional printing in the heart of Venice

Description

Step into the world of traditional printing at an artisan workshop in the heart of Venice. Learn about the timeless technique of movable type composition and printing, a craft that has stood the test of centuries. Begin by meeting Michele Costantini and Luca Valonta, experts in printing for decades. Let them reveal the secrets of typography and share insights on graphic design and layout. Work on traditional Heidelberg printing presses, producing posters, letterheads, postcards, and ex libris. Experience the beauty of entering the world of traditional printing, using ancient wooden type and manual presses. After the course, usually lasting at least two hours, have your creation ready, printed on the exquisite Fabriano Rosaspina paper.

Includes

Traditional printmaking workshop Use of ancient wooden type and manual presses Guidance from experts Michele Costantini and Luca Valonta Printed creation on Fabriano Rosaspina paper Your own handmade prints to take home

Excludes

Food and drinks Sending prints (unless you take them with you)

Important Information

  • The workshop is located at Campo Santa Maria Mater Domini, in the heart of Venice
  • The course usually lasts at least two hours

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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