Clint Harvey @ MTS

The Moveable Type Studio, spearheaded by design educator Clint Harvey, is a groundbreaking initiative that aims to bridge the gap between modern technology and traditional printing methods. These hands-on workshops will provide participants with an introduction to letterpress printing and traditional typesetting, using both wood and metal type. Through practical exercises and discussions, attendees will delve into the language of typography, explore the anatomy of letterforms, and learn about the myriad of typographic terminologies essential for making informed design choices.Housed within a custom-built 40-foot shipping container, this mobile printmaking studio features authentic 19th-century printing presses and typography archives. The project is a reincarnation of the former Brisbane Bacon Factory and maintains strong ties to the Museum of Printing at the New England Regional Art Museum in NSW (NERAM); the project goal is to bring the art and history of letterpress printing to communities across Australia.Australia’s harsh environment and vast geographical expanse has resulted in a scarcity of letterpress resources and an under-appreciation for the craft. The Moveable Type Studio seeks to address this by offering hands-on exposure to letterpress printmaking, particularly in regional and remote areas where the tradition of letterpress once thrived. Through community outreach and visual arts workshops, The Moveable Type Studio aims to reignite interest in local storytelling through the printed word.

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