Instructor: Lang Ingalls If you have never taken a bookbinding class before, this is the class for you. In this a one-week class, you will produce several structures where you will develop the fundamental building blocks of bookbinding.
Instructor: Lang Ingalls This course is designed for students who have taken L1 Bookbinding and are ready to further develop skills and explore materials. Students will sew a textblock, making the Millimeter Binding with hooked endsheets. The class will cover the importance of bookblock preparation, the principles of a rounded spine, top-edge coloring, hand-sewn […]
Fontself is a plugin for Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop that allows users to transform their own lettering into fully functional fonts. Dave will guide participants through the process of designing and developing typefaces, emphasizing the use of personal creativity and style. These custom fonts can then be used by InDesign and other Adobe apps, including […]
How to Promote Your Published Book, Chapter or Blog Using Social Media Diana Concoff Morgan, Whole Heart Marketing Wondering how you can best use social media to promote your book and writing? Curious about what’s working now for authors, at different stages of the publication process? Join Diana Concoff Morgan of Whole Heart Marketing for […]
Join us as Andrea Batts-Latson, a seasoned design professional, showcases the dynamic and user-friendly capabilities of Adobe Express, an invaluable tool for designers at all levels, including those accustomed to the robust features of InDesign. Andrea will guide us through the intuitive, template-driven design approach of Adobe Express. She'll demonstrate how you can significantly reduce […]
Many authors struggle with how to use social media authentically and effectively. Maybe you feel overwhelmed or confused, or you just don’t know where to start or what is the highest and best use of your time. And then, by the time you figure it out, it’s changed! It’s like herding cats! Join us for […]
Join bookbinder–and marbler–Deborah V. Thomson of Echo Art Bindery for a look at marbling techniques on fine bindings. Deborah has a diploma in fine binding from the American Academy of Bookbinding where she studied with Don Glaister, Peter Geraty and Monique Lallier. She learned marbling with Regina St. John of Chena River Marblers. In this […]
Parchelle Tashi, Founder, The Author’s Leverage In this session, discover the art of harnessing the stage to amplify your author impact. We’ll delve into the world of public speaking and explore how it can be your secret weapon for building authority, forging personal connections with readers, and unlocking a treasure trove of opportunities. Whether you’re […]
Join us at #PubWest2024: Innovate Phoenix, AZ | February 6-8 2024 We look forward to seeing everyone in sunny Arizona! SAVE $100 per registration after your first attendee! After you register at the full ticket price, you can register additional colleagues from your company for the lower rate. We'll be at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Hotel & Casino in […]
with Kevin Barrett Kane, Emma Christine Hall Learn the fundamentals of book design from seasoned pros, including layout, typesetting, cover design, and manufacturing. Over the course of this three-week online workshop (Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 13 –29), learn about book and cover design history and practice. Learning Outcomes Learn the basics of professional typesetting in […]
Plan to join us at our 20th Celebration and Learn…Connect…Publish! This will be the 20th Celebration of Craft, Commerce, and Community for all writers. Attendees will join 100+ presenters and fellow writers from across the country and around the world at this year’s event. The SFWC events are consistently rated among the top writers’ conferences anywhere. […]
In this presentation, David Creamer will guide you through the seamless integration of Premiere Pro and InDesign. Starting with the basics, you'll learn how to import and manage video clips in Premiere Pro. He will then lead you through the nuances of basic video editing techniques, including transitions and titles. David will delve into the […]