Make and Keep Sketchbooks (In Person)

Course description

This course covers the construction of two sketchbook/watercolor journals: a 24-page soft-cover book made from a single sheet of paper, and and a 192-page hard-cover book that is easy to replicate at home. Build a foundational knowledge of bookbinding materials, tools, and techniques, which includes constructing a cradle for punching book signatures to keep for future use. Class time includes working through a series of prompts to experiment with drawing, watercolors, and sketching within the space of the finished books. / A materials fee of $52 is included in the course tuition.

Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This class meets in person on MCAD’s campus.

Prerequisites

None

Required materials

Supplies for first class

• pen or pencil
• notebook or sketchbook
• preferred drawing materials (ex. markers, colored pencils, graphite, crayons, pastels, pens)
• preferred watercolors and watercolor brush

Additional supplies needed throughout the course

• one sheet of decorative paper for hardcover sketchbook

The material fee for this class covers the supplies to complete two sketchbooks. Students should expect to spend approximately $30–$40 on supplies in addition to tuition.

What to wear
Clothes appropriate for messy creativity.

Class savings

Register on or before August 10 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.