Tuesday, April 13; 3–9pm CT

Beat fiber with MCBA’s Reina beater and two Valley beaters. Or, bring prepared paper fiber for sheet-forming. The paper studio has a variety of western-style and eastern-style moulds and deckles for making sheets, two hydraulic presses, plenty of vats and felts with air-drying racks and restraint dryers. The valley beaters hold approximately .75 lb. (dry fiber or half stuff); the Reina holds up to 2 lbs. dry fiber (half-stuff only).

For those registering to use the beaters, please specify which beater you'd like to reserve when registering. Pre-weigh and pre-soak all fibers to be beaten. BYO fiber. For those registering to pull sheets, schedule a time to pick up your paper soon after the Lab.

Experience required: Papermaking Lab is designed for those who have completed an introductory level papermaking workshop or have similar experience. If you have questions about your experience level, please email mpoganski@mnbookarts.org prior to registration. If you need training, please see information on our one-to-one tutorials.

$50 (10% member discount)
$25 for BIPOC participants* (10% member discount)
*We are offering a reduced rate to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) participants to honor equity and increase access and artistic opportunities for those who have historically been underrepresented in the book arts. For individuals to whom this does not apply, register at the rate listed first and, if you are able, consider making a donation when registering to support MCBA’s efforts to make reduced rates available.

Registration closes 24 hours in advance. This PDF provides instructions for registered participants on how to enter MCBA upon arrival for Studio Lab and how to follow MCBA’s Covid-19 Health and Safety Protocols.

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