Day one of our Handset letterpress workshop at the @toowoombaartsociety and what a ripper start! We set up alongside Rosemary Williamson’s @ozirose stunning oil paintings of trees, landscapes and the Australian sun. The contrast between her work and our wood type collection made for a dynamic shared space.
Participants got up close and personal with traditional wood type today, hand-setting Australian slang letter by letter. There’s something special about watching people slow down, pick up each piece of type and figure out how it all fits together.
Another highlight was seeing kids and families wander through, drawn in by the type cases and the press. The curiosity was genuine and infectious. It’s got us thinking about a dedicated family day where young ones and their grown-ups can get creative with letterpress together. Watch this space.
Big thanks to Barnaby @fulmetal_drake for his energy and enthusiasm, and to the Toowoomba Art Society for having us.
Day two tomorrow. Come say g’day.
Wonderful Exhibitions again @toowoombaartsociety .
Rosemary Williamson “ Light Fantastic “
&
Jaye Singleton & Liz Vonhoff “ Vonsing a little bit eclectic “
Please visit as you won’t be disappointed, exhibition on till May 24th.
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