The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library

Intro to Zine-making and Bookbinding workshop led by award-winning cartoonist and zine-maker Bread Tarletan!

Thursday, September 26th, 6:00pm!

Do you have a story to tell, information to share, or art/poems to display? Join this Zine-Making and Bookbinding Workshop, no experience is required! Zines are a great way of sharing your ideas with your community, and we’ll work together to craft your zine!

This class will focus on creating a zine out of your idea, covering how to make zines and bind small books. We’ll learn how to make 3 styles of zines. and 2 bookbinding styles. You can decide what matches your project best and by the end of class, you’ll have a finished zine, several blank zines and small books, and knowledge of how to produce more copies!

Can’t wait to see you there!

Intro To Papermaking

Saturday, September 21 · 2 - 5 PM
The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library
4700 Kingsessing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143

Explore the art of Western-style papermaking through this comprehensive introductory course. Participants will gain insight into the process of crafting sheets, modifying moulds to create distinctive designs, and maintaining an organized studio environment. A materials fee will provide you with pre-beaten cotton and abaca pulp, along with essential tools such as moulds, deckles, felts, and a drying setup. Please note that you will need to visit the studio next week to retrieve your dry paper.

Additionally, we kindly request that all attendees wear masks while at the Soapbox, regardless of vaccination status. Our instructor reserves the right to ask any individuals who do not adhere to this policy to leave the premises.

Instructor Information

Olivia Caro specializes in papermaking and book arts, focusing on themes of identity and home. As a teaching artist fellow with ArtistYear, Olivia has shared her expertise through various workshops at the Soapbox, Penland School of Crafts, Atlanta Printmakers Studio, the Dallas GA Public Library, and Grinnell College.

Tuition Details

The course fee is $40 for current Soapbox members and $45 for non-members.

Additionally, a $10 materials fee covers the pre-beaten cotton and abaca pulp, as well as access to our equipment. We look forward to fostering your creativity!

Member Newsletter September 2024 -

Member Newsletter September 2024 In this introductory course you will learn the basics of western-style papermaking including sheet forming, and how to easily modify moulds to create different shaped sheets, as well as proper studio cleanup. A materials fee covers pre-beaten cotton/abaca pulp, as well as use of moulds, deckles, fel...

**Spooktacular Halloween Riso Zine Fun!**

Happy Friday the 13th all y’all! It’s time to get spooky! The first leaves of autumn fall while Pumpkin spice and apple cinnamon are in the air!

Join in on the excitement of creating a collaborative zine printed with vibrant Risograph at the delightful Soapbox Community Printshop in Philadelphia!🎉

**Event Details**
Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 17th from 6:30 to 9:30 PM EDT!

**Location**
The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library
4700 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

**About This Exciting Event**
Get ready for a fantastic 3-hour experience where creativity, riso and and everyone’s favorite time of the year team up for a time that is sweeter than candy!

Dive into the joy of collaboration as we craft a colorful two-color, 12-page riso zine with a whimsical Halloween theme! Leave your digital devices at home; all the materials you’ll need for this hands-on project will be provided! Attendees will learn the fun basics of risograph printing while engaging in the creative process of layout for printing. This year, why not spread some joy by distributing zines instead of candy? No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm!

As a bonus, each participant will take home five copies of the zine and invaluable skills to incorporate risography into their future projects!

**Meet Our Instructors!**

Corey Bechelli is a talented comic artist and zine creator! With 20 years of experience, he has been printing and sharing quirky little gems and has showcased his work at zine fests, comic exhibitions, flea markets, and art book fairs across the country!

Dre Grigoropol is a wonderful illustrator and multimedia artist! With years of valuable experience teaching visual arts, Dre is dedicated to fostering creativity and community. An avid painter and printmaker Dre is involved in various artist groups, and serves on the board at the Soapbox. Check out more of her work at Dretime.net!

**Cost to Join the Fun**
It’s just $40 for current Soapbox members and $45 for non-members! Plus $10 supply fee.

Don’t ghost this creative adventure! Come and unleash your batty artistic side!

PHILLY ZINE FEST IS BACK! Saturday November 9th, 2024 at Mitten Hall from 10-5! Save the date! Tables will go on sale later this week! Anthology submissions will open later this week! Organized by us! Flyer by the legendary Alex Smith!

Intro to Papermaking
Saturday, September 21 · 2 - 5 pm EDT

Join us for a delightful introductory course where you'll explore the wonderful world of Western-style papermaking! You'll master the art of sheet forming, learn how to creatively adjust molds for unique sheet shapes, and understand the importance of studio tidiness. A small materials fee will provide you with pre-beaten cotton/abaca pulp and access to molds, deckles, felts, and our drying system. Swing by the studio the following week to collect your beautiful dried paper!

A friendly reminder: We kindly ask that all guests at the Soapbox wear masks, regardless of their vaccination status. The instructor may gently ask you to step out if you choose not to follow this guideline.

**Meet Your Instructor**

Olivia Caro is a passionate artist specializing in papermaking and book arts, with a focus on identity and home. They are a teaching artist fellow with ArtistYear and have joyfully assisted and led workshops at the Soapbox, Penland School of Crafts, Atlanta Printmakers Studio, the Dallas GA Public Library, and Grinnell College.

**Cost**

Only $40 for current Soapbox members and $45 for non-members!

Plus, a $10 materials fee to cover the pre-beaten cotton/abaca pulp and equipment usage.

We can't wait to see you there!

Soapbox is hosting our very first cyanotype class September 14th!! Taught by & .l.l.yy. We’ll cover the basics of sun printing and you’ll with your very own tote bag! Link to register in bio
See you there!

**Basket Weaving Workshop**

Join us for an engaging introduction to the art of hand-weaving baskets at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library.

**Date and Time:** Tuesday, August 27, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT

**Basket Weaving Workshop**

Join us for an engaging introduction to the art of hand-weaving baskets at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library.

**Date and Time:** Tuesday, August 27, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
**Location:** The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library, 4700 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

**Duration:** 3 hours

**Event Overview**

This foundational basketry workshop will provide participants with essential skills in twining using red materials. Attendees will discover techniques for establishing a base and constructing the walls of a basket, ultimately crafting a completed small basket to take home.

**Health and Safety Protocols:**
While masking is currently encouraged, it remains optional within the studio environment. Participants who prefer a masked setting for health or personal reasons may request that mask-wearing be observed during their time in the studio.

**Instructor Profile**

Olivia Caro is a member of the Soapbox, specializing in papermaking and book arts with a focus on identity and home. As a teaching artist fellow with ArtistYear, they have experience facilitating and instructing workshops at various esteemed institutions, including the Soapbox, Penland School of Crafts, Atlanta Printmakers Studio, the Dallas GA Public Library, and Grinnell College.

**Registration Fee**

The cost of participation is $40 for current Soapbox members and $45 for non-members. An additional materials fee of $10 will apply to cover the reed used in the twining process.

Member Newsletter August 2024 -

Member Newsletter August 2024 Thurs, August 22nd - 6:30pm Get a hands-on introduction to our Risograph at The Soapbox! Find out what a Risograph is, how it works, how to prepare art for it, and explore how to print with it. Participants can bring a prepared image or work on one during class. Over 3 hours we'll cover the basics o...

Basket Weaving ⁠
August 27th, 2024⁠
6 PM - 9 PM⁠
Location: The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library⁠
Address: 4700 Kingsessing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143⁠
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Purpose of the Event:⁠
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This event aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the art of basket weaving. Through professional instruction and hands-on practice, attendees will develop the necessary skills and techniques to create intricate and high-quality baskets. The workshop will run from 2 PM to 5 PM, allowing ample time for individuals to learn and refine their weaving abilities. Join us at The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library for an engaging and educational experience in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, PA.⁠
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Link to purchase tickets in bio!

Some recent open hours moments!
‘s own JJ Tizou printing letterpress on the vandercook, some cozy zine library hangs, and Riso wizard Robert Baxter teaching us some much needed Riso maintenance!
Come stop by Sundays 1-5pm and Wednesdays 6-10pm!! 📚

Come, check out the Lambertville comic and Zine con ! Soapbox members and and friends will be exhibiting! Poster art by and

Donor Newsletter - Summer '24 -

Donor Newsletter - Summer '24 Thank you so much for being a core supporter of the Soapbox Community Print Studio! We’re grateful for your ongoing support, and hope you’re having a great start to your summer! 

Thank you to everyone who checked out our table at the Ulises book fair! And to everyone who didn’t: we’re comin to get u 🔨🔨🔨

Come see us at Ulises Big Book Fair! Happening right now until 5!!! We have art book, zines, prints and fine goods created by our Soapbox Community!!!

We love how we are portrayed in the Ulises Big Summer Book Sale’s catalog!!! This catalog is so beautifully designed and printed with bright Riso colors which we absolutely adore!!! do you have a copy of our first major publication Theresa’s Journal, yet? Come by and pick up your own copy this Sunday at Ulises Big Book Sale at Ice Project Space extreme arts building!!! Will be exhibiting our members unique work as well! can’t wait to see everyone and be amongst some of the finest establishments in Philly!

Member Newsletter July 2024 -

Member Newsletter July 2024 Upcoming Workshop July 18th! Get a hands-on introduction to our Risograph at The Soapbox! Find out what a Risograph is, how it works, how to prepare art for it, and explore how to print with it. Participants can bring a prepared image or work on one during class. Over 3 hours we'll cover the basics....

Wow! It was truly electrifying to have Hank from Hank’s Take on Fox 29 pay us a visit at The Soapbox Studio and Zine Library! Catch the entire segment, now permanently archived on their website. Thank you immensely, Hank, for such a memorable experience! Check it out in our links!

Thanks to everyone who braved the heat for open hours! We are closing the studio a little early today, hope you can all stay cool this afternoon!

The Elephants 1948
Salvador Dali

Member Newsletter June 2024 -

Member Newsletter June 2024 We're having a busy end to spring at the Soapbox, and we are so excited to see you all at WestPhilly Zinefest, on June 22nd! In addition to our recent feature in The Inquirer, Hank Flynn with Fox29 joined us during open hours to watch our printers at work! Check out the video here. 

Hi! We had a live letterpress printing setup up for all to print this No Arena Chinatown is Not For Sale poster we designed and screen printed to letterpress print at Asian Americans United’s first Arts and Lifestyle Fair!

Soapbox members Peri, Mica and Matao exhibited their artwork! 🖼️

Basket Weaving
May 18th
2 PM -5 PM
The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library
4700 Kingsessing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143

About This Event:

In this introductory basketry workshop, you will learn the basics of twining with red. Students will learn one way to start a base, build up walls, and leave the workshop with a finished small basket!

Please note: Masking is now encouraged, but optional in the studio space. Individuals who feel uncomfortable using the space with others unmasked, whether for health or any other reason, are welcome to request mask-wearing while they are using the studio space.

Member Newsletter May 2024 -

Member Newsletter May 2024 Thank you to all of our incredible organizers, volunteers, members and all those who attended PrintPhilly 2024! We had a wonderful time seeing all of you there! The Soapbox was recently highlighted for our wonderful Zine Library! Read the article here: The Internet Is Over, Long Live Zines by Zoe ...

[Soapbox Members] Member Newsletter April 2024 -

[Soapbox Members] Member Newsletter April 2024 Mark your calendars: It's almost time for Printphilly! 4/20/2024! This print fair is very fair, come by and see printmakers and their operations!  https://printphilly.org/! Come by and say hi to all our great volunteers tabling for The Soapbox!