Workshops
At Public, we're all about bringing people together to share knowledge and learn from one another. Our workshops are led by community members who are passionate about a variety of topics and interests. From beginners to experts, we welcome everyone to join us for a class and learn something new. Explore our workshop offerings and join the Public community today!
Linocut Printmaking
Sun Dec 10th, 10:30-1 PM
This is a beginners printmaking workshop in which participants will learn about relief prints, a form of printmaking which involves carving out an image to then be printed repeatedly.
We will provide the materials and guide you through a step by step process of the artform. This beginners workshop will utilize soft linoleum rubber blocks, carving tools, ink + paper and will focus on the basic steps of this artform. Participants will be able to take 3-5 prints home along with their carved block.
Beginner Book Structures
Sun Dec 10, 3-5:30 PM
In this beginner class, you will learn how to make three fundamental book structures: one-page zines, the pamphlet stitch, and accordion books. These foundational structures can be applied to many projects and adapted into more advanced forms later in your book making journey. We will be using recycled and gleaned materials and welcome you to put your own creative spin on your practice books. You will leave with three of your very own handmade books and the knowledge to make more!
Artivism
How to use Projections in your Actions
Sun Dec 10, 3-5:30 PM
In this beginner class, you will learn how to make three fundamental book structures: one-page zines, the pamphlet stitch, and accordion books. These foundational structures can be applied to many projects and adapted into more advanced forms later in your book making journey. We will be using recycled and gleaned materials and welcome you to put your own creative spin on your practice books. You will leave with three of your very own handmade books and the knowledge to make more!
Bookkeeping &Tax Deductions for Small Businesses
Wed Dec 13, 6-7 PM
The Importance of Bookkeeping: Discuss how effective bookkeeping is crucial for financial management, decision-making, and tax compliance. You will gain understanding of Bookkeeping Basics, Recording Financial Transactions, and Organizing Financial Information. As well as Tax Deductions for Small Businesses; Understanding Tax Deductions,
Common Deductible Expenses, Documentation and Compliance, Practical Bookkeeping Tips & Best Practices.
Origami Basics / The Folded Universe
Sun Dec 17, 11-1 PM
With Christmas and New Year round the corner, indulge in an afternoon of folded paper forms based on the Japanese art of paper folding - origami. Prepare festival decorations and gifts that are easy, quick and exciting! No prior experience required, all age groups welcome.
Santrupthy has been folding for the past 20 years and teaching the techniques to various audiences for 7 years. As a recent graduate from RISD, she aims to design programming around origami for interdisciplinary environments. She has worked with educational institutes, museums, hospitals and community art centres in India and the US. Her work revolves around building communities through the art of paper folding.