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Fall | Prose Poetry II w Ruben Quesada | Oct 23 – Nov 20 | Online

Online N/A, Portland

Break It and Remake It This new course focuses on workshopping prose poetry and building on ideas from Prose Poetry I. We'll explore forms of prose poetry. Generative writing assignments will focus on storytelling, sound, and structure. Writing exercises will require more time beyond our time together. Students are expected to bring thoughtfully composed prose poems to every class for the workshop. Feedback is expected during the workshop and in writing. Zoom link provided prior to start of workshop. Teacher: Ruben QuesadaTime: Sundays, Oct 23 - Nov 20, 8 - 10am Pacific TimeLocation: Online via ZoomTotal Fee: Discounted Early Registration is due seven (7) days prior to the start of the workshop. | Discounted Early Registration: $219 (cash/check); $233 (Paypal). | Tuition Registration: $234 (cash/check); $248 (PayPal).

$219 – $248

Intro to Risograph Printing

IPRC (Independent Publishing Resource Center) 318 SE Main Street #175, Portland

In this 4-hour introductory course, participants will learn the basics of risograph (riso) printing and will leave with an understanding of how to use this print technology to create zines, fliers, posters, or other printed matter. While this technology is not new, riso printing has recently become one of the most exciting developments in independent printing and publishing because of its cost-effectiveness for print runs between 25 and 1,000. Workshop participants will learn how to best maximize the many quirks of riso printing to achieve striking results. Participants are also encouraged to bring files of artwork that they’d like to print (files should be 100% grayscale, letter or tabloid size). For more information on riso printing and the modern riso resurgence, check out the riso…

Continue readingIntro to Risograph Printing
$90 – $150
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