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SUMMARY:How Extensibility\, Express\, and AI will transform InDesign Workflows in 2024
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Max Dunn shares the new features of InDesign 2024\, and will introduce Adobe Express\, exploring the many ways that Express and AI tools such as Adobe Firefly can both interoperate with\, and augment\, InDesign workflows. \nHe will discuss the Unified eXtensibility Platform or UXP. This significant new technology took a lot of brilliant people a long time to implement\, and brings InDesign’s extensibility into the modern age\, using the latest JavaScript along with REACT support and debugging tools. \nAdobe Express—Adobe’s answer to Canva—has also been blessed with sophisticated new extensibility tools (as well as AI features based on Adobe Firefly). There are two Express SDKs. The Add-in SDK lets you add features to Express. The Embed SDK lets you include Express in your applications. \nNow developers can take Adobe’s creative tools to new levels. For instance\, Max’s company\, Silicon Publishing\, has connected Express to its InDesign-based document editor. This means that users can now edit a document in a web browser\, shell out to Express to create (or process) content\, and add it back to the document\, saving it to InDesign. \nIn delving into the new creative capabilities made possible by Adobe Express and Adobe Firefly\, Max will also discuss AI and how Adobe’s offerings combine to empower modern publishing workflows. Learn how to choose between InDesign and Express\, as well as how to use the two applications together\, integrating generative AI from Adobe and others to best advantage in InDesign-centric publishing processes.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/how-extensibility-express-and-ai-will-transform-indesign-workflows-in-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T140000
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SUMMARY:Share & Tell Networking Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 19th\, 12 P.M. PDT- A FREE Virtual Event\n  \nUnable to attend? No worries. \n  \nRegister anyway and receive the replay! \n\n\nJoin WNBA-San Francisco for a “Share & Tell” Networking Mixer on October 19th\, 12 P.M. PDT.\n\nShare what you do and Tell what you need.  Think of it as speed-networking with purpose!\n\nYou can’t reach your goals on your own. You need your community of friends\, resources\, and champions. Let your WNBA-SF community help you and vice versa.\n\n\nDuring this mixer\, everyone will have a few minutes to:\n– Share: Introduce Who You Are & How You Help Others\nand\n– Tell: Ask for What You Need – This can be a service you are seeking\, reviews for your book\, etc.  \n\nThen we will all make some new connections!
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/share-tell-networking-mixer/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet-up,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231012T200000
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SUMMARY:Type West 2024 In-Person Open House
DESCRIPTION:We’re opening our classroom doors for you to get your burning questions answered about Type West\, the west coast’s only yearlong certificate program in type design! \nThis event is a fun\, low-key opportunity to meet current students\, grads\, instructors\, and Letterform Archive staff\, who will be there to share details about the application process\, programming\, scholarships\, and more. \nAs you develop your craft with us\, you’ll learn from our top-notch instructors\, leaders in their fields. Their deep understanding of type\, lettering\, and letterform history will help you thrive and find your own style. As an in-person scholar\, you’ll also have the opportunity to dive into the treasure trove of the Archive’s vast collection of resources\, guided by our team of expert archivists. \nBest of all\, you’ll study amongst a supportive group of fellow students who are also there to help you create your own unique typeface and family. Join us.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/type-west-2024-in-person-open-house/
LOCATION:Letterform Archive\, 2325 Third St Floor 4R\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231012T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231102T200000
DTSTAMP:20230930T024925Z
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SUMMARY:Artistry in Motion: Learn Calligraphic Flourishing with Katie Leavens
DESCRIPTION:Learn to bring a splash of 17th century style flourishing to your letters in this dynamic 4-week workshop.\nCalligraphic flourishing is the art of embellishing writing—the accessories to calligraphy’s outfit. This class covers pointed pen flourishing from the 17th century to present. Students will learn modern flourishing design rules\, use them to analyze historical examples\, and create flourished words inspired by the masters of the past. Beyond decorating your writing\, learning to flourish will improve your pen control\, increase the fluidity of your writing\, and encourage your creativity through experimentation. Some knowledge of the pointed pen is helpful\, but not mandatory. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nPen control & Fluidity.\nWarm-ups and exercises that encourage experimentation and creativity.\nThe importance of developing a regular practice.\nRules of flourishing based in design principles.\nThe rules and language to describe and compare flourishes.\nUnderstanding flourishing beyond just copying.\nLearn historical flourishing styles\, from the 17th century Dutch masters\, 18th century English writing masters\, and the 19th century American penman.\nLearn to analyze and break down complicated samples into more manageable & understandable pieces\nAcquire resources for further learning\, such as online tutorials or books on advanced techniques.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/artistry-in-motion-learn-calligraphic-flourishing-with-katie-leavens/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231003T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T190000
DTSTAMP:20230930T024227Z
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SUMMARY:The Flexible Mirror: Contemporary Book Design Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:with Kevin Barrett Kane\, Emma Christine Hall \n  \nLearn the fundamentals of book design from seasoned pros\, including layout\, typesetting\, cover design\, and manufacturing.\nDuring this three-week online workshop (Tuesdays and Thursdays\, October 3–19\, skipping October 17)\, participants will learn about book and cover design history and practice. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nLearn the basics of professional typesetting in InDesign\nApply contemporary typesetting techniques to historical layout models\nSee how InDesign\, Illustrator\, Photoshop\, and other analog techniques can be used to build book covers\nLearn about comping book covers to quickly generate many ideas
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/the-flexible-mirror-contemporary-book-design-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T200000
DTSTAMP:20230831T221730Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Modern Type Design
DESCRIPTION:with Kel Troughton\nDesign your own original typeface in 10 weeks!\nDuring this 10-week online course (meeting on Monday evenings from October 2-December 11—no meeting on November 20)\, you will create your own original typefaces as you gain an understanding of the methodologies and software used to produce high-quality digital type. \nThe primary goal of this workshop is to show you how to systematically think about type and to help you successfully make a font. The course will focus on techniques and best practices for designing and spacing type\, introducing you to the conceptual foundations of type design\, including proofing and testing work. You will work in Glyphs App throughout the week and upload homework before each meeting for review. Throughout the workshop you will learn various lessons about type\, history\, sketching\, and get weekly feedback on your type projects. \nThis 10-week workshop is suitable for anyone just starting to think about type and for designers with some type design experience\, hoping to further develop their skills and processes. Some experience with drawing Bézier curves (in Adobe Illustrator\, for instance) and with typography is recommended but not required. This is a great course for anyone interested in applying to the Type West Postgraduate Certificate Program in Type Design\, which will be accepting applications throughout the month of October 2023. \nA free temporary license for Glyphs App will be made available to all participants. The class is capped at fifteen students to allow for more one-on-one instruction.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/introduction-to-modern-type-design/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230925T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230925T170000
DTSTAMP:20230729T011340Z
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SUMMARY:PubWest Boot Camp 2023: New In Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Are you in your first 5 years of working in the Book Publishing industry? Join us on September 25 for this Virtual Boot Camp. Learn about different areas in publishing\, plus network with your peers and the PubWest circle of professionals as you grow your knowledge\, skill set\, and understanding of the industry! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHear from industry veterans from publishing companies\, book printers\, and other book pros as we learn\, network\, and grow together in a collegial and interactive environment. $99 for members\, $125 for non-members – Registration now Open!
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/pubwest-boot-camp-2023-new-in-publishing/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230921T180000
DTSTAMP:20230831T232700Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Org Charts
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to create visually captivating and well-structured org charts? Join us in this immersive presentation session where Julie Shaffer will guide you through the essentials of crafting compelling org charts\, enabling you to communicate complex hierarchies with clarity and efficiency. \nWe will dive deep into the intriguing history of organizational charts\, discover the design principles that resonate with audiences\, explore an array of chart variations\, and harness the automation capabilities of InDesign styles and data merge. Say goodbye to manual chart creation and embrace a seamless process that allows you to produce dynamic\, data-driven charts in a fraction of the time. \nThis isn’t just another presentation; it’s an opportunity to transform your design approach and become a master of visual storytelling. Don’t miss this chance to unleash your creative potential and revolutionize how you convey information through the art of org charts. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Understanding the Historical Evolution: Delve into the fascinating history of organizational charts\, tracing their evolution from the Industrial Revolution to modern-day applications. \n2. Design Principles for Effective Organizational Charts: Explore the key design principles that underpin successful organizational charts. Learn about hierarchy\, layout\, color choices\, typography\, and other essential elements that contribute to creating clear\, professional\, and visually engaging charts. \n3. Exploring Chart Variations and Styles: Discover the versatility of organizational charts as we explore various types and styles. From traditional hierarchical structures to matrix and flat designs\, learn how to adapt charts to suit different organizational needs and communication contexts. \n4. Automating Chart Creation with InDesign Styles and Data Merge: Streamline your chart creation process using Adobe InDesign’s powerful style functionalities. Discover how to create and apply styles consistently\, ensuring a cohesive and professional look throughout your charts. \nThis session is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to create impressive organizational charts efficiently and effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to master the art of org charts!
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/the-art-of-org-charts/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T120000
DTSTAMP:20230831T205725Z
CREATED:20230831T205724Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Dive: Copyright\, Fair Use and AI with Kelley Way
DESCRIPTION:Fair use is a well-known defense to a claim of copyright infringement – but what exactly is it? Will it prevent an irate copyright owner from suing you? And where does AI fit into this? This deep dive goes through what fair use is\, and how fair use – along with several other strategies – can protect someone from a copyright infringement claim. This deep dive also covers the intersection of copyright\, fair use and AI. \nBAIPA board member and attorney Kelley Way will give examples and answer your questions\, but please note she cannot give legal advice during this session. \nKey takeaways from this deep dive include:\n\n Understand what is meant by the terms copyright\, fair use\, and parody\nApply the fair use test to your own projects\nKnow how to avoid a copyright infringement lawsuit\nUnderstand the copyright issues facing AI
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/deep-dive-copyright-fair-use-and-ai-with-kelley-way/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230909T123000
DTSTAMP:20230831T205330Z
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SUMMARY:BAIPA: What's Happening in Indie Publishing with Andrea Fleck-Nesbit
DESCRIPTION:Andrea Fleck-Nisbet is CEO of the Independent Book Publishers Association. \n\n\nAndrea has an extensive and diverse background in publishing\, with 20+ years in this field. Before joining IBPA\, she was the founding vice president and publisher at Harper Horizon\, a new nonfiction imprint of HarperCollins\, based out of Nashville\, TN. \nPrior to that\, she was the director of content acquisition for Ingram Content Group\, where she developed initiatives that supported independent publishers of all sizes\, using print-on-demand services to produce and distribute content. \nAndrea spent her first 15 years in the publishing industry at independent publisher Workman Publishing\, leading teams in special markets\, sales\, and digital marketing\, including three years as executive director of digital strategy and operations.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/baipa-whats-happening-in-indie-publishing-with-andrea-fleck-nesbit/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230905
DTSTAMP:20230630T163123Z
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SUMMARY:MORE IS BETTER: A Master Class in Artists’ Editions
DESCRIPTION:American Academy of Bookbinders course with Instructors: Don Glaister & Peter Geraty \n  \nThis two-week master class will concentrate on design\, ingenuity\, and collaboration in the planning and production of a single edition of unique books. Learn how to incorporate research on binding structures and material choices in the design\, planning\, and production of an edition book.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/more-is-better-a-master-class-in-artists-editions/
LOCATION:American Academy of Bookbinding
CATEGORIES:Bookbinders,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230822T130000
DTSTAMP:20230729T011914Z
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SUMMARY:What’s the Right Paper for Your Book Printing Job?
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the best paper for your book is an often confusing and sometimes overwhelming process that carries big impacts: cosmetic\, economic\, environmental\, and more. Recent changes in the paper market have impacted prices\, formats\, and schedules. \n\nWondered why paper is so expensive?\nOr how to evaluate “sustainability” when choosing paper for your project?\nWhich is better: FSC\, or PCW\, or ECF?\nAnd what do these acronyms even mean?\n\nBook paper specialist Bill Rojack will guide you through today’s paper market\, highlighting what’s changed and where it’s going. He will provide perspective on best practices and offer practical strategies for sustainable sourcing of this volatile but critical publishing component. \nBill Rojack is Vice President of Sales at MIDLAND\, a leading paper procurement and distribution company. With more than 25 years of experience in the paper business\, he specializes in sourcing and developing paper products and programs for many markets\, with a unique concentration on publishing. Bill’s personal interest in environmental stewardship drew him to an early adoption of now-popular sustainability trends in the paper sector. This interest has also provided Bill a unique opportunity to develop aggressive but achievable client procurement strategies in collaboration with global paper manufacturers and supply chain partners.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/whats-the-right-paper-for-your-book-printing-job/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T160000
DTSTAMP:20230630T213036Z
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SUMMARY:Small Matters Exhibition Design IN-PERSON Workshop
DESCRIPTION:with Tammie Knight\nUnleash your creativity by designing your own pop-up micro gallery at Letterform Archive!\n  \nThis dynamic workshop provides participants an opportunity to explore the world of art curation and exhibition design on a small\, intimate scale. \nTaking inspiration and using deaccessioned objects from Letterform Archive’s collection\, participants will curate and craft their own unique layout\, then design and install a whole new pop-up gallery using modular materials that can be used for countless other micro exhibitions. \nYour workshop instructor\, Tammie Knight\, will share tips\, tricks\, and best practices along the way to help you create the micro gallery of your dreams.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/small-matters-exhibition-design-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:Letterform Archive\, 2325 Third St Floor 4R\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230817T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230817T180000
DTSTAMP:20230728T234845Z
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SUMMARY:Glyphs and the Glyphs Panel: Unlocking Creative Possibilities in InDesign
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, Chris Cicchino will provide you with a thorough understanding of Glyphs and the Glyphs panel enabling you to enhance your workflow and leverage the full potential that Glyphs offer. \nYou will learn how to utilize the Glyphs panel to: \nAccess an extensive library of Glyphs: Learn how to navigate the Glyphs panel to effortlessly browse through a wide range of typographic symbols. From standard characters to specialized symbols and decorative elements\, you will discover an array of options to enhance your designs. \nInsert Glyphs into your design projects: Master the precise techniques for seamlessly adding Glyphs to your InDesign documents. Whether you’re incorporating accents\, diacritical marks\, or foreign language characters\, the Glyphs panel provides a streamlined approach to enhance visual interest and communicate with precision. \nExplore OpenType features: Uncover the integration of OpenType features within the Glyphs panel. Discover how to access advanced typographic options\, such as ligatures\, stylistic alternates\, swashes\, and more. \nCustomize Glyphs panel settings: Learn how to personalize the Glyphs panel to suit your specific needs. Explore options for organizing Glyphs\, creating font sets\, and filtering Glyph libraries\, enabling efficient access to frequently used symbols and simplifying your design workflow. \nHandle multilingual and international symbols: Gain practical insights into utilizing the Glyphs panel for incorporating characters from different writing systems and languages. Whether it’s Cyrillic\, Greek\, Arabic\, or other scripts\, the Glyphs panel provides the tools necessary to ensure accurate representation across diverse linguistic contexts. \nThroughout the presentation\, Chris will provide step-by-step demonstrations and share valuable tips to optimize your workflow when working with the Glyphs panel. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of its functions\, allowing you to harness its full potential and improve your design efficiency.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/glyphs-and-the-glyphs-panel-unlocking-creative-possibilities-in-indesign/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230812T150000
DTSTAMP:20230630T215502Z
CREATED:20230630T215501Z
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SUMMARY:How to Write a Sex Scene\, with Eileen Rendahl and Tamsen Schultz
DESCRIPTION:Eileen Rendahl is a national bestselling award-winning author and ghostwriter of mystery\, thriller\, urban fantasy\, science fiction\, and romance. She has also written as Kristi Abbott\, Lillian Bell\, and Eileen Carr. If you think you’re confused\, imagine what it’s like inside her head. She has had many jobs and lived in many cities and feels unbelievably lucky to be where she is now and to be doing what she’s doing. \nRWA Daphne Du Maurier Excellence in Mystery finalist and award-winning author Tamsen Schultz has been penning romantic suspense novels for more than ten years. In addition to being a writer\, she has a background in international conflict resolution\, is a lawyer by trade\, and recently co-launched Devil’s Gate Olive Oil. Along with her husband\, three cats\, two hundred olive trees\, and\, on occasion their two adult sons\, she lives on a small farm in the Northern California wine country. \nGreat sex! How to make sure your characters get good lovin’! \nTwo authors who have written steamy encounters in multiple genres share what you have to know to write a great sex scene. SPOILER ALERT: You don’t need a copy of the Kama Sutra. \nLearn how to: \n\nBuild sexual tension\nEstablish intimacy that reflects who your characters are and what they need inside and outside of the bedroom\nCreate sensual atmospheres and settings\nGo beyond the mechanics\nAvoid common pitfalls
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/how-to-write-a-sex-scene-with-eileen-rendahl-and-tamsen-schultz/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230822
DTSTAMP:20230630T162854Z
CREATED:20230630T162853Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Full Leather Binding
DESCRIPTION:American Academy of Bookbinders course with Don Glaister. \n  \nThis core course focuses on traditional full-leather bookbinding techniques interpreted for the twenty-first century. Students will produce one or two laced-on\, leather-covered board structures. In the process\, they while becoming familiar with rounding and backing\, and weaving headbands\, leather paring\, and so much more.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/fundamentals-of-full-leather-binding/
LOCATION:American Academy of Bookbinding
CATEGORIES:Bookbinders,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T123000
DTSTAMP:20230728T185331Z
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to AI for Writers with Matt Strain
DESCRIPTION:This session delivers an accessible\, actionable path to get started with AI (Artificial Intelligence). It’s designed for a non-technical audience who is curious about what AI means for your creative work. \n\n\n  \nMatt Strain recently left Adobe\, where over the course of 17 years he led teams across marketing\, strategy\, new business\, and research. He is now focused on helping “real people” prepare for the opportunities with AI. \nThe New York Times recently highlighted Matt’s unique AI-generated book\, which used AI to blend Chinese medicine and mixology\, propelling him into the realm of micro-AI celebrity. Forbes has called him the AI Whisperer. \nDuring his recent tenure at Adobe’s Research Lab\, Matt explored the intersection of AI and creativity\, collaborating with teams to bring innovative new products and services to market. He was a leader in crafting Adobe’s strategy to address fake news and disinformation\, a project that grew into the widely adopted Content Authenticity Initiative. \nIn pursuit of AI’s potential for positive impact\, Matt is now experimenting with ways to bring the astonishing power of AI to a broad set of non-technical audiences.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/an-introduction-to-ai-for-writers-with-matt-strain/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T180000
DTSTAMP:20230630T222653Z
CREATED:20230630T222652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T222653Z
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SUMMARY:Efficient and Accessible InDesign Practices Most Designers Don't Use
DESCRIPTION:Most InDesign users—even designers who’ve been using it for 20 years—don’t use the software to its potential. That means they unknowingly waste a lot of time doing things inefficiently. Understanding the features of InDesign and knowing how to do things properly will not only save you time but actually go a long way toward accessibility. \nFind out many efficient and accessible InDesign practices that will save you time and help you make your documents more accessible. \nLearn what accessibility means when it comes to documents\, why accessibility is important for designers\, and how accessibility can actually help you as a designer. In addition\, hear common myths and misconceptions related to accessible documents. \nAbout the Presenter\nColleen Gratzer is an award-winning designer with more than 26 years of experience in graphic design and web design and development. Since 2016\, she has specialized in accessibility. She has provided accessibility training to the U.S. Department of the Interior\, at CreativePro events and appeared on many podcasts. Through Creative Boost\, she teaches plain-English accessibility to designers and developers and hosts the Design Domination podcast. Through Gratzer Graphics\, she provides design and accessibility services. She is a member of the IAAP.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/efficient-and-accessible-indesign-practices-most-designers-dont-use/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230801
DTSTAMP:20230507T165152Z
CREATED:20230507T165152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T165152Z
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SUMMARY:American Academy of Bookbinding: Gothic Wooden Board Binding Intensive class
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Anne Hillam \n  \nInvestigate variations within 15th and 16th century Gothic wooden board bindings. Participants will interact with early historical structures as well as newly constructed models representing multiple variations. Aspects of this binding that will be covered are: double raised cords\, worked endbands\, shaped wooden boards\, simple clasps\, and covered in half alum-taw skin.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/american-academy-of-bookbinding-gothic-wooden-board-binding-intensive-class/
LOCATION:American Academy of Bookbinding
CATEGORIES:Bookbinders,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230722
DTSTAMP:20240706T200158Z
CREATED:20230610T222213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T200158Z
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SUMMARY:Book Passage Mystery Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Book Passage Mystery Writers Conference is THE conference for those looking to up their mystery writing game. After 28 years\, its reputation only continues to grow—because it covers everything you need\, from story development and writing skills to finding an agent and publisher. Here’s what you’ll find at this intensive 3-day Conference: \n\nExperienced authors teach setting\, dialogue\, and character development.\nEditors\, agents\, and publishers coach participants on getting published.\nWe talk about mystery genres: private eye\, amateur sleuth\, cyber-crime\, police procedural\, and historical.\nConferees meet with panels of crime-fighting professionals like detectives\, forensic experts\, prosecutors\, and defense lawyers\, to help bring realism to writing.\nOptional private manuscript evaluations can be arranged for participants.\n\nPlus—good food\, small groups\, and a whole lot of networking & socialization with authors from beginner to MWA Grand Master (quite a few are Conference alumni!)
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/book-passage-mystery-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Book Passage
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230802T210000
DTSTAMP:20230507T210920Z
CREATED:20230507T210920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T210920Z
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SUMMARY:Type Etiquette 101
DESCRIPTION:with Angie Wang\nDeepen your understanding of the typographic niceties of setting text—from the letter to the page.\\nThe text block is fundamental to creating any typographic system\, whether on the page or on screen. But what typeface to use and at what size? How do we determine line length and leading? And what about readability and hierarchy? \nOver the course of four Wednesday evenings (July 12 through August 2)\, this in-person workshop will examine typographic details and overarching principles\, from the letter to the page. It will begin by considering the interdependence between type size\, leading\, line length\, ragging\, and justification and use resources\, like Letterform Archive’s library of historic type specimen books. After an introduction to traditional methods of shaping the page\, students will set continuous text within the grids of a single-column and multicolumn page. \nThis workshop is for beginning typographers\, or for anyone in need of a refresher on setting a well-behaved text block. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nLearn to pay attention to the details of letterforms.\nBecome mindful of the intervals of space between letters (kerning and tracking).\nRefine awareness of typographic grain\, color\, and density as well as the silhouette of the text block.\nLearn to establish hierarchy and organization in page layout.\nPractice type etiquette!\n\nRequired Materials\n\nA laptop with Adobe InDesign installed (Basic knowledge of InDesign is required.)\nPencil\nSketchbook\n\nDiversity and Equity Scholarship\nDiversity and Equity are important to all of us at Letterform Archive\, and we are committed to increasing opportunities for underrepresented groups within the type and design communities. \nWe are offering one BIPOC/Equity scholarship seat in this workshop. \nTo apply for this scholarship\, please complete and submit to us the short form linked here at least a week prior to the start of the workshop. \nPlease note that we limit class size for this workshop\, so everyone may receive one-on-one feedback from the instructor.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/type-etiquette-101/
LOCATION:Letterform Archive\, 2325 Third St Floor 4R\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230709T150000
DTSTAMP:20230701T042257Z
CREATED:20230507T174207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T042257Z
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SUMMARY:BABA Sunday Session
DESCRIPTION:Bay Area Book Artists Sunday Session \nKit will teach a surprise. We’re meeting virtually on Zoom. BABA meets the third Wednesday evening of each month via Zoom. Members share books\, work in progress and information about book events and resources.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/baba-sunday-session-9/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet-up,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230708T123000
DTSTAMP:20230630T201616Z
CREATED:20230630T201614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T201616Z
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SUMMARY:How to Get Book Reviews That Count: Looking For Love in All the Right Places
DESCRIPTION:20-year veteran book review editor Patti Thorn offers a lively discussion on book reviews from A to Z. \nIn an age where people count on reviews for everything from refrigerators to restaurants\, book reviews are key to an author’s success. But how to get them? In this presentation\, attendees will learn why reviews are important\, as well as: \n\nHow to target the right publications for your genre\nHow to approach editors and bloggers for reviews\nPlaces to consider querying that you might have overlooked\, such as alumni magazines and association newsletters\nHow to hold an online book tour\, and much more.\n\n  \n \nPatti Thorn \n\nPatti Thorn is co-founder of BlueInk Review\, a respected book review service that has provided nearly 10\,000 book reviews over 10 years. Thorn was a 28-year veteran writer and editor at the Rocky Mountain News\, which had a daily circulation of 300\,000 at the time of its closing in February\, 2009. She served the last 12 years of her tenure as chief book critic and editor of the book review pages. The section earned acclaim for its incisive and timely reviews\, as well as for Thorn’s weekly column about books and the publishing industry. \nIn addition\, she is the co-author of Fun Places to Go with Children in Colorado\, published by Chronicle Books. The book has enjoyed two printings and sold over 20\,000 copies.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/how-to-get-book-reviews-that-count-looking-for-love-in-all-the-right-places/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230711
DTSTAMP:20230507T163813Z
CREATED:20230507T163812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T163813Z
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SUMMARY:American Academy of Bookbinding: Doublures class
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Lang Ingalls \nThis one-week course will cover a variety of techniques to craft stunning doublures for your bindings. Explore various methods to prepare the boards for doublures including: edge to edge leather\, sunken suede\, silk and moiré\, doublures decorated with onlays\, inlays or tooling.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/american-academy-of-bookbinding-doublures-class/
LOCATION:American Academy of Bookbinding
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230625T170000
DTSTAMP:20230530T164000Z
CREATED:20230530T163958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T164000Z
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SUMMARY:The Flexible Mirror: Contemporary Book Design IN-PERSON Workshop
DESCRIPTION:with Kevin Barrett Kane\, Emma Christine Hall\nLearn the fundamentals of book design from seasoned pros\, including layout\, typesetting\, cover design\, and manufacturing.\n  \nDuring this in-person weekend workshop (Saturday–Sunday\, June 24 and 25)\, participants will learn about book and cover design history and practice. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nLearn the basics of professional typesetting in InDesign\nApply contemporary typesetting techniques to historical layout models\nSee how InDesign\, Illustrator\, Photoshop\, and other analog techniques can be used to build book covers\nLearn about comping book covers to quickly generate many ideas\n\nRequired Materials\n\nA laptop or desktop computer with a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud is ideal\, though not essential. The course will be taught using Adobe InDesign\, Illustrator\, and Photoshop. For students to get the full worth of the program\, at least a free trial version of these apps is recommended.\nAnalog tools for cover design can be used at the participant’s discretion.\n\nDiversity and Equity Scholarship\nDiversity and Equity are important to all of us at Letterform Archive\, and we are committed to increasing opportunities for underrepresented groups within the type and design communities. \nWe are offering one BIPOC/Equity scholarship seat in this workshop. \nTo apply for this scholarship\, please complete and submit to us the short form linked here at least a week prior to the start of the workshop.pe
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/the-flexible-mirror-contemporary-book-design-in-person-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Letterform Archive\, 2325 Third St Floor 4R\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230625T170000
DTSTAMP:20230507T210340Z
CREATED:20230507T210339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T210340Z
UID:10000643-1687600800-1687712400@pubpronetwork.org
SUMMARY:The Flexible Mirror: Contemporary Book Design IN-PERSON Workshop
DESCRIPTION:with Kevin Barrett Kane\, Emma Christine Hall\nLearn the fundamentals of book design from seasoned pros\, including layout\, typesetting\, cover design\, and manufacturing.\nDuring this in-person weekend workshop (Saturday–Sunday\, June 24 and 25)\, participants will learn about book and cover design history and practice. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nLearn the basics of professional typesetting in InDesign\nApply contemporary typesetting techniques to historical layout models\nSee how InDesign\, Illustrator\, Photoshop\, and other analog techniques can be used to build book covers\nLearn about comping book covers to quickly generate many ideas\n\nRequired Materials\n\nA laptop or desktop computer with a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud is ideal\, though not essential. The course will be taught using Adobe InDesign\, Illustrator\, and Photoshop. For students to get the full worth of the program\, at least a free trial version of these apps is recommended.\nAnalog tools for cover design can be used at the participant’s discretion.\n\nDiversity and Equity Scholarship\nDiversity and Equity are important to all of us at Letterform Archive\, and we are committed to increasing opportunities for underrepresented groups within the type and design communities. \nWe are offering one BIPOC/Equity scholarship seat in this workshop. \nTo apply for this scholarship\, please complete and submit to us the short form linked here at least a week prior to the start of the workshop.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/the-flexible-mirror-contemporary-book-design-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:Letterform Archive\, 2325 Third St Floor 4R\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230704
DTSTAMP:20230507T165237Z
CREATED:20230507T164906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T165237Z
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SUMMARY:American Academy of Bookbinding: Link Structures class
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sol Rebora \n  \nThis master class with Sol Rebora\, from Argentina\, is centered around design and conservation concepts. Four structures will be made in the two weeks\, incorporate reversible techniques for the connection of the cover with the bookblock\, providing information about the combination of different papers\, leathers\, and adhesives as well as a variation of techniques applied for Contemporary Bookbinding.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/american-academy-of-bookbinding-link-structures-class/
LOCATION:American Academy of Bookbinding
CATEGORIES:Bookbinders,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230624
DTSTAMP:20230610T052629Z
CREATED:20230610T052627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T052629Z
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SUMMARY:Santa Barbara Writers Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Santa Barbara Writers Conference is known for its supportive environment where fellow writers help one another hone their writing. Whatever genre you’re working in\, you’ll find workshops led by experienced professional writers.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/santa-barbara-writers-conference/
LOCATION:Mar Monte Hotel\, 1111 E Cabrillo Blvd\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T120000
DTSTAMP:20230610T061231Z
CREATED:20230610T061230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T061231Z
UID:10000674-1686996000-1687003200@pubpronetwork.org
SUMMARY:BAIPA Workshop: Putting Your Audiobook to Work for You with Becky Parker Geist
DESCRIPTION:Whether planning an audiobook or already have one\, there are actionable ways to put it to work for you to increase sales of all formats and build community. Learn how and where!
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/baipa-workshop-putting-your-audiobook-to-work-for-you-with-becky-parker-geist/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230608T120000
DTSTAMP:20230507T222748Z
CREATED:20230507T222747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T222748Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: What Should I Already Be Doing About Accessibility?
DESCRIPTION:Learn what publishers around the world are already doing about making digital content accessible. Everything from the submitted manuscript all the way to the end reader is impacted. This session will give you the facts\, the tips\, and the tricks\, to bring you organization up to speed. PubWest Board Member Curtis Key of Books International will be speaking with Michael Johnson\, Director of Content Partnerships at Benetech.
URL:https://pubpronetwork.org/event/webinar-what-should-i-already-be-doing-about-accessibility/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Professional Development
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