Classes & Courses

Pulp aims to explore and develop all aspects of hand papermaking and book arts, therefore, a variety of evening classes, weekend courses and summer workshops relating to these subjects will be offered throughout the year and are taught by experienced, professional tutors with much to offer participants.

Some examples of courses include Artists' Bookmaking, Japanese Papermaking, Plant Papers, Pulp Painting and Casting Paper, as well as the opportunity to participate in more advanced levels of Hand Papermaking Courses several times a year. Requests for specific courses and tailored workshops are most welcome, so feel free to contact the workshop with any suggestions or reserve a place on one of the activities listed below.

DAY WORKSHOP                         Saturday 10am - 4.30pm                 £90

MAKING PAPER                                                                  30th May 2026

This course is designed to be a taster / introductory workshop. It is suitable for absolute beginners and those wishing to access the facilities to make some handmade papers. After a brief introduction to the workshop layout and Health and Safety, the day will be very much hands-on experience trying out different fibres / pulps in a variety of mould sizes. You will  have gained knowledge of the papermaking process, sheet forming experience, further creative possibilities with paper and have a selection of handmade papers at the end of this course.  Book through Eventbrite below (+ booking fee) or directly with alison.paperprintbook@gmail.com

Info/Book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1987015625224?aff=oddtdtcreator

WEEKEND COURSES                      Sat & Sun 10am - 4.30pm           £160

PULP TO PRINT: Creative Paper & Lino Print             27th + 28th June  2026  

This colourful and creative course presents a unique and exciting opportunity to visit a state of the art papermaking workshop in the centre of Glasgow and study with master papermaker, Alison Newman and expert printmaker / artist Elspeth Lamb. On the first day of this weekend workshop, you will make a fusion of stencilled and pulp painted sheets with graffiti -like marks and textures to form the printing base for further application of cut and inked relief printed blocks, which will be developed through the second day. Festive treats will be provided through the weekend and Parade Artist Winter Sale will be in full swing during your visit. A lovely festive atmosphere as a backdrop to your hands-on learning experience at PULP.  Book via Eventbrite below (+booking fee) or directly with alison.paperprintbook@gmail.com

Info/Booking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1703981367139?aff=oddtdtcreator

The first day of this course introduces hand papermaking and focuses on forming strong, decorative sheets in various sizes and colours for use during the following days workshop. Participants will then explore craft applications suited to the paper, such as a simple Japanese style handmade book, making stationery and a beautiful lantern. Festive treats will be provided through the weekend, providing a lovely festive atmosphere as a backdrop to your hands-on learning experience at PULP.

Info / Booking: Coming soon

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JAPANESE WASHI - Paper & Books 
                                                                                  
This introductory course offers a combination of papermaking and Japanese binding techniques over one weekend. The first day is designed to be a hands-on experience of making paper from a variety of fibres like Abaca, N.Z. Flax and Cotton with an additional focus on Japanese fibres like Kozo, Gampi and Mitsumata. The following day you will learn Japanese binding techniques using traditional sewing patterns and fine papers. Participants will make a collection of four hand-stitched books to take home with their handmade paper from the previous day. 

JAPANESE STYLE BINDING
                                                                                                   
Using traditional techniques, sewing patterns and fine papers, such as Shoji, Shoin Bis and Zenyu, participants will make an individual collection of four hand-stitched books, as well as  an attractive folio style box in which to keep them. No previous experience is necessary and beginners are welcome.

JOURNEYS IN PAPER + BINDING
                                                                                        
A great opportunity to create your own unique travel journal incorporating handmade papers. During day one you will have an introduction to papermaking, producing quality handmade papers in a variety of sizes and fibres. Experimental and creative pieces will be made using travel tickets, images, drawings, maps and layering textured pulps. Making use of these papers on day 2, Cassandra Barron will introduce a range of decorative stitched binding techniques, allowing you to create a bound journal from a great selection of decorative papers. Beginners and all levels welcome.

PLANTS, PAPER & ECO PRINT 
                                                                              

On the first day you will be experimenting with a variety of plant fibres to make a great bundle of handmade papers while having a full day introduction to the papermaking process. The following day, tutored by Elizabeth Viguie-Culshaw, you will be experimenting with 'Eco / Nature Printing' with leaves and experimenting with dye transfer process. In addition to the paper and eco-print activities, a small four-hole bound book will be produced as a final outcome. All materials supplied and beginners welcome. See Eventbrite page below for details.

CREATIVE PAPER & JOURNAL BOOKBINDING                                                           

The first day of this course introduces hand papermaking and focuses on forming strong, decorative sheets in various sizes for use during the following days workshop. With tutor Cassandra Barron, participants will then explore craft applications suited to the paper, such as making a selection of small handmade books and journals. Ideal for making special gifts or learning new skills with a friend or colleague.

PAPER & INDIGO BLUE                                                                                                      

Eco-Artist Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw and Papermaker Alison Newman from PULP have teamed up for a weekend workshop that will introduce a range of papermaking and Indigo Shibori techniques, a Japanese folding and clamping technique creating beautiful crisps patterns in a unique blue Eco dye This is a great opportunity to map your own unique Eco experience incorporating handmade papers and beautiful and unique Blue Prints and marks on both cloth and paper. Alison, of PULP will work with you on the first day to produce quality handmade papers in a variety of sizes, using a variety of pulps coming from around the world. Once dry, a selection of these unique and experimental papers can be used to create your unique prints the following day.

JAPANESE PAPER & MOKUHANGA EXPERIENCE                                                 2026

Explore the process of making fine, quality paper from Eastern fibres on the first day of this course, using Kozo, Mitsumata and Gampi with a variety of mould sizes including a beautiful 'Sugeta', a traditional style mould from Japan. The following day will focus on 'Mokuhanga', traditional Japanese wood block printing, using traditional cutting knives, Japanese inking brushes and barens (printing pads). Printing on beautiful Kozo paper, participants will produce unique prints in the Japanese woodblock tradition. Taught by expert printmaker Elspeth Lamb in collaboration with Alison Newman @ PULP.

INTRODUCTORY DAY WORKSHOP                (Saturday  11am - 4pm)                  £52.50

ORIGAMI                                                                                                                     

PULP: Paper Arts Workshop is delighted to be hosting a new course on Origami, an introduction to the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. This workshop offers paper enthusiasts and makers space to learn more about the art of folding paper in a relaxed and friendly environment as you are guided through the following stages. Starting with basic folds and several simple models to 'warm up' and introduce the diagrams, tutor and expert paper folder Dennis Walker, will then guide participants through more intricate stages of making Origami with particular focus on the 'Butterfly', an intricate and delicate form. Dennis will teach the model from diagrams, explaining the symbols.and show that the model can be modified reasonably easily. Through demonstration you will learn how various papers will fold differently, even with following the same steps. If time allows, participants can try 'wet-folding' with either the butterfly, or some free-folding experimental techniques using soft or curved folds with a slightly damp paper to create a sculptural form. Students will produce several introductory models, three or four different butterflies and be supplied with a list of websites, books, shops and suppliers to enable further exploration of Origami after the course. A small box will be supplied for you to take your folded paper creations away.

EVENING CLASS                                  (6wks, 6.30pm - 8.30pm)                                        £85

INTRODUCTION TO PAPERMAKING                                                                   

An exploration of the many techniques involved in the medium and the creative applications they provide. The main areas to be covered are plant papers and fibre processing, inclusions, layering and stencilling with coloured pulps, embossing and watermarking. Freedom to explore the taught elements brings individual development to this course.

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