The Book Arts Guild at the International Printing Museum is dedicated to fostering appreciation and exploration of the book and printing arts. The Guild brings together letterpress printers, printmakers, bookbinders, papermakers and enthusiasts to share knowledge, preserve traditional crafts, and inspire innovation in the book arts. Through gatherings, exhibitions, and collaborative projects, the Guild strives to cultivate a vibrant community that celebrates the traditional printing and paper arts while supporting its creative future.

HISTORY OF PAPER & THE ART OF PAPER MAKING
with Heather Peters & Judi Tentor

Saturday, Nov 21
1 PM - 4 PM

Join us for a special gathering celebrating our two resident paper makers, Heather Peters & Judi Tentor, who will share the fascinating history of paper, explore the art and process of handmade paper making, and reflect on their personal journeys as paper artists. You’ll also learn what drew them to this wonderfully tactile craft, what inspires their work, and why handmade paper continues to hold such creative possibilities.

Following the Guild discussion, attendees will get to see Heather & Judi pull sheets of paper from the demo paper vats — and then try pulling their own. Light refreshments will be served.

Come curious, connect with fellow book arts enthusiasts, and discover the magic of turning humble fibers into something beautiful, meaningful, and entirely your own.

Nov 21 – Interest

LINDNER’S GOLD: TREASURES OF THE PRINTING MUSEUM
with Mark Barbour

Date & Time TBA

The International Printing Museum has one of the largest collections of antique printing equipment in the world, a collection that spans several centuries.

The origins of the collection began with our founder, Ernest A. Lindner, who spent 50 years of his life building a private collection that was housed in his warehouse in downtown Los Angeles at 12th and San Pedro, an area that was once the “Printing District.” As a printing equipment dealer, Ernie knew how to find and secure rare gems of printing’s past from across the country and throughout Europe. Since the Printing Museum’s establishment in 1988, curator Mark Barbour has continued the quest for those rare machines and artifacts, more than doubling the size and scope of the museum’s collection.

Join Mark Barbour as he highlights many rare treasures in the collection. You will enjoy the intriguing stories around the hunt and process of acquisition, as well as what makes them such gems of printing history. From early presses to casting machines, tools and antiquarian books, this will be a peek into printing history that you will not want to miss. And following the talk, guests will have the opportunity to even print on several of these presses, several of which are sole survivors of their type.

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Book Arts Guild Vision

The Book Arts Guild at the International Printing Museum envisions a thriving community of artists and enthusiasts of the book arts that inspires creativity, connection, and education. The Guild strives to be a leading center for innovation and tradition in the book arts—bridging past and future by nurturing makers, fostering lifelong learning, and cultivating public appreciation for the printing and book arts.

Book Arts Guild Values

Creativity – Encouraging artistic expression and innovation.
Education – Sharing knowledge and skills through presentations, workshops, demonstrations, and collaborative learning.
Collaboration – Fostering partnerships across disciplines to enrich the practice and appreciation of the varied book arts.
Community – Building an inclusive and supportive network of artists, educators, students, and enthusiasts.Preservation – Sustaining the traditional processes of printing, bookbinding and the paper arts.