Introduction to Book Arts Course

Discover traditional bookbinding techniques in this inspiring 5-week book arts class in London.



5 x 3 hours Class size 1 to 12 guests       £250 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

This 5-week Book Arts course introduces the creative world of bookbinding and artist books through a range of traditional and contemporary techniques. Designed as a practical summer course, you’ll learn folding, stitching, cover-making, paper structures, and creative binding methods while exploring typography, calligraphy, and embossing.
This course is perfect for beginners eager to learn new creative skills, as well as experienced artists, designers, and makers looking to expand their practice into book arts. It’s ideal for anyone interested in working with paper, print, and 3D objects, from those curious about handmade crafts to those exploring books as artistic expression.
Course Programme
Across 5 weeks, you’ll be guided through a variety of binding styles and creative processes, including:
Week 1: Non-Adhesive Bindings
Week 2: Japanese Stab Binding (learn sewing pattern-making)
Week 3: Concertina Binding
Week 4: Wallet journal
Week 5: Coptic Binding
Alongside binding methods, you’ll also be introduced to printmaking techniques such as embossing, calligraphy, and typography, while exploring contemporary book arts.
What You’ll Learn
  • A range of traditional and contemporary bookbinding methods
  • How to confidently work with bookbinding materials, tools, and papers
  • The fundamentals of cover-making, soft and hard cover, stitching, and recognising paper grain, folding and structures
  • Ways to combine text, image, and texture creatively
  • How to design and develop a personal artist book project
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, you’ll have:
  • A strong foundation in bookbinding techniques
  • A personal collection of hand-bound books
  • A completed artist book that reflects your creative ideas and style
  • Confidence to continue exploring book arts independently


Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 5 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
What you'll get
All materials provided.
Knowledge required
No prior experience is required.
What to bring
Just yourself and your curiosity!
Session repeats

This class series runs over 5 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Location

502 Hornsey Road, London

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We are an independent art studio in North London, offering a range of adult and children’s art classes for all levels. Our adult programme includes general Drawing and Painting courses (10 weeks) from beginners to advanced, Classical Drawing and Painting, Introduction to Oil Painting, Introduction to Acrylic, Contemporary Printmaking, Book Art, Watercolour Group, Art for Wellbeing, and our new Sip & Paint evening sessions.

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