Press into fall.

Get ready to make the most of the season—our Fall and Winter events and workshops are now open for registration and rsvps! From creative classes and hands-on learning experiences to community gatherings and seasonal celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, connect with local makers, or simply get inspired this fall and winter, our lineup has you covered. Don’t miss your chance to join in—spots fill up fast, so register early to secure your place!

When A Book Becomes An Artist Book

A short recap from a recent lecture at NBLA by Brooke Holve:  

When a book becomes an artist book, a transformation occurs in the process of making from its conventional form to another — a process than can be mysterious. What is the convention? The book?

Artists have challenged common assumptions about the nature of the book and its conventional form through the making of artist books. Some approaches to making artist books are:

Please join us for more upcoming NBLA events at the print shop in Sebastopol...

Upcoming Event: NBLA at Kitty Hawk Gallery

This summer there will be a show of letterpress art at the kitty hawk gallery of Sebastopol. Eleven artists who use the local printshop managed by the NBLA will have their wide-ranging work on display. Included are book art pieces; linocuts; collages; poetry books; posters… & some innovative printing not easily described.

The show runs from June 4th to July 26th,

with an opening reception Friday June 10th, from 5:00-8:00.

kitty hawk gallery is at 125 N. Main Street, the old downtown of Sebastopol.