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. Wondered why paper is so expensive? Or how to evaluate “sustainability” when choosing paper for your project? Which is […]
American Academy of Bookbinders course with Instructors: Don Glaister & Peter Geraty This 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 […]
Celebrate the human impulse to create and share tangible objects as Porchlight and Arion Press join forces for an evening of stories, art, music, and demos. Presenters include legendary prop maker Adam Savage, artist and knot evangelist Windy Chien, percussionist William WInant with clarinetist Ben Goldberg, master bookbinder Dominic Riley, comics and zine maker Avy […]
This event is designed to empower writers in building a meaningful online presence. This panel discussion brings together authors and experienced professionals who will delve into strategies for building a branded experience that helps grow readership, increase followers, and maximize engagement on various social media platforms. Attendees will learn how to leverage tools to use […]
Bay Area Women in Publishing and PPN will cohost a picnic in August! Come join us to meet in-person and enjoy the weather.
In partnership with Alano Club of Portland, “The Break is a monthly virtual gathering of writers and artists lead by Kaveh Akbar, celebrating amongness, collaboration, and interdisciplinary creative experimentation. Though many of the activities and discussions orbit or are inflected by recovery themes (Akbar has been in active recovery for eight years), participants are not required […]
Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo (1807–90) grew up in Spanish California, became a leading military and political figure in Mexican California, and participated in some of the founding events of U.S. California, such as the Monterey Constitutional Convention and the first legislature. Like many Mexican Californios he lost most of his land to squatter occupation and expensive […]
Join Claire E. Jones for a powerful workshop on marketing yourself as a creative. Learn how to monetize your passion and attract a loyal community of supporters. Explore the key concept of marketing, Relationships > Transactions, and gain insights into leveraging social media DMs, effective networking, and building an email list with freebies, Facebook groups, and registration […]
with Kate Dole Sharing work from the archives of handstyle master Leonard "Jade" Liu, Dole will review a brief history of San Francisco's graffiti scene. Join Kate Dole for a talk on the critical role of oral traditions in passing down and maintaining the core and foundations of San Francisco's graffiti culture through the […]
The Yerba Buena Community Benefit District’s Makers Market has returned! The first Sunday of each month from June to November, Yerba Buena Gardens will feature one-of-a-kind vendors selling unique jewelry, original art, brilliant prints, and other exquisite pieces made from ceramics and macrame, as well as live music and general merriment in one of San […]
Ruth will show us one of her wonderful book designs.
The Near North Editors meet on the first Tuesday of every month (except for months with holidays around that time, in which case look out for special updates). There will be no meeting in May or July this year. This month's meeting will be held via Zoom. This event is free and open to all […]