Letterpress workshop: Print your own poster

The workshop begins with an introduction to tipoRenesansa studio and its mission to preserve and promote traditional letterpress printing technique and tools. Participants will learn how printshops once operated, from hand-setting individual letters to locking the printing form and using a proof press to create prints. The process will be demonstrated step by step, providing insight into the craftsmanship behind historical printing techniques.

Using a common design—usually the Slovene alphabet—the master printer will guide participants through the process, demonstrating how wooden letters are arranged and spaced to create a balanced composition. Participants will actively take part by helping set the type, preparing the press, and inking the form. Once everything is ready, each participant will print their own copy of the shared design, experiencing the traditional workflow firsthand and gaining a deeper understanding of letterpress printing. The workshop offers a unique opportunity to engage with a centuries-old craft and take home a handmade print as a lasting souvenir.