Suminagashi with Petra Weber
Suitable for beginners as well as more advanced binders.
Course description
TUTOR: Petra Weber DATE: Next class in 2025 TIME: 10.00am – 4.00pm Suminagashi, 墨 流 し or ‘floating ink’, is the process of marbling plain paper with water and ink. It originated in Japan as early as the 12th century. Spend a day exploring this ancient art of Japanese marbling. Transform blank or printed sheets of paper and/or cloth into something beautiful.
Contact Details
info@nswbookbinders.com.au
To be covered by our insurance policy, please:
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Remember to sign in when you enter the bindery and sign out when you leave.
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Always wear closed-in shoes, NO sandals.
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Only use equipment if you have received instruction from a monitor or teacher.
Also:
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Hand-eye coordination and dexterity are necessary for this course as sharp knives are used in the cutting of board and paper.
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You will be shown correct procedure in the use of these tools, but good coordination will assure accurate cutting and prevention of injury.
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The bindery opens at 9 am.
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Tea and coffee is supplied and there will be a lunch break of 30 minutes. It is recommended you bring your lunch, as shops and cafes are a distance away.
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There is a kitchen adjacent to the bindery.
Changing your enrolment:
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you withdraw from a course less than 72 hours prior to the start, you may have a credit. No refund will be offered.
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If you withdraw from a course more than 72 hours prior to the start, you may have a credit or choose to receive a full refund
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If you withdraw after the course begins, you are not entitled to a credit or refund.
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In cases where you are unable to attend due to illness or injury, you may receive a credit