The 2021 Western Australia Wayzgoose
Event description
This one-day meet up is for letterpress printers, printmakers, typographers, book artists, and enthusiasts. All are welcome. No prior printing history required!
THE DETAILS
Date: Saturday 22nd May 2021
Time: 9:30am to 3:30pm
Location: Bright Press, located in the Village section within Whiteman Park. Enter via Beechboro Rd or Drumpellier Dr (aka the old Lord St).
We were not able to meet up in 2020 due to the pandemic, but we are excited to catch up with everyone for a day of letterpress this year. We are delighted to be screening Los Ultimos (Endless Letterpress), a documentary about a group of young people in Argentina rediscovering the greatest technical innovation in the history of the written word - the typesetting printing, amidst the advancement of new technologies, printing presses are closing their workshops.
We also have presentations from Phil Gambrill of Fresh Lemon discussing type and 'bad printing', and the 150 years of Western Australia's Government Printing Office.
Also happening:
- Wood type poster printing workshop with Geoff Moor
- Lego letterpress postcard workshop
- and a giant poster printing demonstration
Please bring an apron or old shirt you are willing to get ink and dirt on for the printing workshop.
Warmest regards, Ann Ong of Bright Press
Event banner artwork by Phil Gambrill of Fresh Lemon Print.
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FAQs
Where is Bright Press?
Bright Press is located within the Village section of Whiteman Park. You can enter from the Drumpellier Dr/ Lord St and Beechboro Road entrances. If you are using Google Maps to find us, please type in "Bright Press" as it has been pinned. The Bright Press building doesn't actually have a street name or number.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
We recommend driving to join us at the Wayzgoose, as there is no public transportation into Whiteman Park. There is plenty of parking around the Village section of the park.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please do not hesitate to email us at hello@brightpress.com.au
Will lunch be provided?
There will be a lunch break during the event, however we will not be providing lunch. Please bring your own or purchase lunch from the park's Village Cafe or Guerrilla Hub. We will have a couple of picnic blankets on hand and you're most welcome to bring your lunch and join us on the lawn.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, it is not necessary. We love paper but we won't require you to print your ticket.
What's the refund policy?
We would love for you to join us at the Wayzgoose. But we understand sometimes unexpected circumstances occur, and you are unable to attend the event. Refunds are available up to 1 day before the event.
What's the liabilities & responsibilities situation?
Bright Press accepts no liability for death, illness, injury, loss or damage to persons or personal belongings during the course of the event. Bright Press can accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in the services to be provided.