Get Started! Bilingual Letterpress Printing Workshop [Early Bird Offer]
Artist Wong Lok-wan leads this three-session bilingual letterpress workshop at Open Printshop. Participants will learn hands-on typesetting in Chinese and English, design layouts, and create their own prints using an Adana hand press.
- When
12 Sept 2026, 19 Sept 2026, 26 Sept 2026 14:00 - 18:00
- Location
Open Printshop Central
Hong Kong Island Central Central and Western
Central, Hong Kong (Open Printshop)
- Wong Lok-wan · Instructor
- Tickets & pricing
Early Bird
HKD 1480
Standard
HKD 1680
Highlights
Led by letterpress artist Wong Lok-wan, this workshop offers a deep dive into the craft of letterpress printing. By merging traditional typography with creative modern layout design, participants will explore the possibilities of bilingual (Chinese and English) printing. Whether you are a design enthusiast, a fan of traditional printing, or a beginner looking to create a unique piece of art, this 12-hour course covers everything from typeface selection and typesetting to the actual printing process using an Adana hand press.
Program
The workshop spans three sessions, totaling 12 hours, guiding participants through the systematic mysteries of letterpress:
- Fundamentals: Understand the differences between Chinese and English typesetting systems and learn standard letterpress operations.
- Typesetting: Select Chinese and English type from the cases and manually arrange your layout.
- Image Making: Use resin plates to create graphic elements, achieving a unique mix of text and image.
- Production: Experience the tactile joy of printing your final design using an Adana hand press.
Instructors & Organizers
- Instructor: Wong Lok-wan (Letterpress Artist)
- Organizer: Open Printshop
Ticketing
- Early Bird: HKD 1480 (Deadline: September 6, 23:59)
- Standard: HKD 1680 *This event is suitable for ages 16 and above. For inquiries, please call 2319 1660 or email contactus@open-printshop.org.hk.
