WORKSHOPS @ SGABF2025
This series of workshops introduces a range of bookmaking skills, curated by and held at the Singapore Art Book Fair.
All sessions are held beside the Exhibitor Hall 1. Pre-registration is required.
1 November 2025, Saturday
12:00pm – 1:00pm
OR 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Workshop Room 15
S$30.00 per participant
Register here.
OR 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Workshop Room 15
S$30.00 per participant
Register here.
Fold Your Way to a Book
Presented by The Other Workroom
Presented by The Other Workroom
Uncover the possibilities of bookmaking with just a single sheet of paper and simple everyday tools.
In this engaging, hands-on workshop, participants will learn to fold and transform paper into two distinct book forms – a Blizzard Book and a 32-page Booklet. Through guided steps, participants will gain an understanding of book structures while enjoying the rewarding process of creating handcrafted books from start to finish.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 8 and above. No prior experience is required.
The Other Workroom is a practice dedicated to artist’s books and printed matter, positioned at the intersection of a design studio, fabrication workshop, and an incubator.
In this engaging, hands-on workshop, participants will learn to fold and transform paper into two distinct book forms – a Blizzard Book and a 32-page Booklet. Through guided steps, participants will gain an understanding of book structures while enjoying the rewarding process of creating handcrafted books from start to finish.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 8 and above. No prior experience is required.
The Other Workroom is a practice dedicated to artist’s books and printed matter, positioned at the intersection of a design studio, fabrication workshop, and an incubator.
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Workshop Room 12
S$80.00 per participant
Register here.
Workshop Room 12
S$80.00 per participant
Register here.
Coptic Binding
Presented by Based Book Arts
Presented by Based Book Arts
Join us for a 2-hour beginner-friendly workshop and discover the ancient art of Coptic binding – a style of bookbinding that traces its origins back to the 2nd century developed by the early Christian Copts of Egypt. Known for its intricate chain-like stitches and exposed spine, Coptic binding is celebrated as some of the earliest forms of the modern codex (the book as we know it today).
In this workshop, you’ll create your own handcrafted journal using the Coptic binding method. This non-adhesive binding style and expose spine allows the book to open completely flat - ideal for writing, sketching, or displaying. Personalise your journal by selecting from a variety of cover papers and thread colours, making your creation one-of-a-kind.
At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a beautiful and functional journal - perfect as a sketchbook, notebook, or a meaningful handmade gift.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 13 and above. No prior experience is required.
Book size:
105mm x 148mm (A6) • 128 pages
Paper:
300gsm (cover) • 100gsm (pages) • Acid-free • Fountain pen friendly
Based Book Arts is an independent creative workshop specialising in book arts and educating book making. Based in Singapore, its aim is to promote book arts and encourage people of all backgrounds to use the book as a medium to express their creativity, through workshops and collaborations.
Founded by Yang Shihui, a book artist who holds a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Book Arts and Design from London College of Communication, UAL. She is keen to explore the different formats and structure of the book and introduce them to the world. Whilst in the UK, she has worked with global publishing house, Dorling Kindersley, which saw her creating professional book mock-ups for presentation at international book fairs. Shihui has also worked at the London Centre for Book Arts where she learned how to run a workshop and deepened her book making skills. She has assisted numerous artists in producing printmaking and book work, and conducted various bookbinding workshops in different countries.
In this workshop, you’ll create your own handcrafted journal using the Coptic binding method. This non-adhesive binding style and expose spine allows the book to open completely flat - ideal for writing, sketching, or displaying. Personalise your journal by selecting from a variety of cover papers and thread colours, making your creation one-of-a-kind.
At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a beautiful and functional journal - perfect as a sketchbook, notebook, or a meaningful handmade gift.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 13 and above. No prior experience is required.
Book size:
105mm x 148mm (A6) • 128 pages
Paper:
300gsm (cover) • 100gsm (pages) • Acid-free • Fountain pen friendly
Based Book Arts is an independent creative workshop specialising in book arts and educating book making. Based in Singapore, its aim is to promote book arts and encourage people of all backgrounds to use the book as a medium to express their creativity, through workshops and collaborations.
Founded by Yang Shihui, a book artist who holds a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Book Arts and Design from London College of Communication, UAL. She is keen to explore the different formats and structure of the book and introduce them to the world. Whilst in the UK, she has worked with global publishing house, Dorling Kindersley, which saw her creating professional book mock-ups for presentation at international book fairs. Shihui has also worked at the London Centre for Book Arts where she learned how to run a workshop and deepened her book making skills. She has assisted numerous artists in producing printmaking and book work, and conducted various bookbinding workshops in different countries.
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Workshop Room 15
S$75.00 per participant
Register here.
Workshop Room 15
S$75.00 per participant
Register here.
Basic Linocut & Printing
Presented by How To Ink
Presented by How To Ink
Join us for a hands-on Basic Linocut & Printing workshop, where you'll learn the art of relief printmaking using linoleum blocks.
Under the guidance of an experienced printmaker, this workshop will guide you through the process of safely carving a linoleum surface, inking and printing by hand – resulting in an 8-page mini zine. Participants will be able to bring home their uniquely printed zines and carved linoleum piece.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 12 and above. No prior experience is required.
How To Ink is an experimental printmaking studio in Singapore. Duo Stanley and Jessica advocate for and introduce the tactile craft of printmaking - screen printing, linocut & printing, marbling and papermaking - through beginner-friendly workshops, as well as offering their quaint studio space to experiment. The name is taken from the verbalisation of the Chinese characters 凹凸印 (Āo Tú Yìn), a style of printmaking based on the yin-and-yang principle of utilising positive and negative moulds to produce impressions; a philosophy the pair hopes everyone will embrace in their craft and daily lives.
This workshop is supported by RJ Paper.
Under the guidance of an experienced printmaker, this workshop will guide you through the process of safely carving a linoleum surface, inking and printing by hand – resulting in an 8-page mini zine. Participants will be able to bring home their uniquely printed zines and carved linoleum piece.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 12 and above. No prior experience is required.
How To Ink is an experimental printmaking studio in Singapore. Duo Stanley and Jessica advocate for and introduce the tactile craft of printmaking - screen printing, linocut & printing, marbling and papermaking - through beginner-friendly workshops, as well as offering their quaint studio space to experiment. The name is taken from the verbalisation of the Chinese characters 凹凸印 (Āo Tú Yìn), a style of printmaking based on the yin-and-yang principle of utilising positive and negative moulds to produce impressions; a philosophy the pair hopes everyone will embrace in their craft and daily lives.
This workshop is supported by RJ Paper.
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Workshop Room 12
S$80.00 per participant
Register here.
Workshop Room 12
S$80.00 per participant
Register here.
French Link Stitch Bookbinding
Presented by Based Book Arts
Presented by Based Book Arts
Join us for a 2-hour beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of bookbinding through the elegant French link stitch – a historic sewing technique that dates back to the 15th century in Europe. Traditionally used in fine bookbinding, this decorative and durable stitch links sections of a book together with a distinctive braided pattern, offering both strength and beauty.
In this workshop, you’ll create your very own handcrafted journal using the French link stitch method. This non-adhesive binding style and expose spine allows the book to open completely flat, making it highly functional as well as elegant. Personalise your journal by choosing between blank or dotted grid pages, and selecting from a variety of thread colours and cover papers to make it uniquely yours.
At the end of the session, you’ll take home a beautiful and functional journal - perfect as a notebook, sketchbook, or a thoughtful handmade gift.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 13 and above. No prior experience is required.
Book size:
105mm x 148mm (A6) • 128 pages
Paper:
300gsm (cover) • 100gsm (pages) • Acid-free • Fountain pen friendly
Based Book Arts is an independent creative workshop specialising in book arts and educating book making. Based in Singapore, its aim is to promote book arts and encourage people of all backgrounds to use the book as a medium to express their creativity, through workshops and collaborations.
Founded by Yang Shihui, a book artist who holds a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Book Arts and Design from London College of Communication, UAL. She is keen to explore the different formats and structure of the book and introduce them to the world. Whilst in the UK, she has worked with global publishing house, Dorling Kindersley, which saw her creating professional book mock-ups for presentation at international book fairs. Shihui has also worked at the London Centre for Book Arts where she learned how to run a workshop and deepened her book making skills. She has assisted numerous artists in producing printmaking and book work, and conducted various bookbinding workshops in different countries.
In this workshop, you’ll create your very own handcrafted journal using the French link stitch method. This non-adhesive binding style and expose spine allows the book to open completely flat, making it highly functional as well as elegant. Personalise your journal by choosing between blank or dotted grid pages, and selecting from a variety of thread colours and cover papers to make it uniquely yours.
At the end of the session, you’ll take home a beautiful and functional journal - perfect as a notebook, sketchbook, or a thoughtful handmade gift.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 13 and above. No prior experience is required.
Book size:
105mm x 148mm (A6) • 128 pages
Paper:
300gsm (cover) • 100gsm (pages) • Acid-free • Fountain pen friendly
Based Book Arts is an independent creative workshop specialising in book arts and educating book making. Based in Singapore, its aim is to promote book arts and encourage people of all backgrounds to use the book as a medium to express their creativity, through workshops and collaborations.
Founded by Yang Shihui, a book artist who holds a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Book Arts and Design from London College of Communication, UAL. She is keen to explore the different formats and structure of the book and introduce them to the world. Whilst in the UK, she has worked with global publishing house, Dorling Kindersley, which saw her creating professional book mock-ups for presentation at international book fairs. Shihui has also worked at the London Centre for Book Arts where she learned how to run a workshop and deepened her book making skills. She has assisted numerous artists in producing printmaking and book work, and conducted various bookbinding workshops in different countries.
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Workshop Room 15
S$75.00 per participant
Register here.
Workshop Room 15
S$75.00 per participant
Register here.
Reduction Linocut & Printing
Presented by How To Ink
Presented by How To Ink
Reduction Linocut is a technique that uses a single block to create multi-colour prints by carving and printing in stages.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn to plan, carve, and layer colours, creating small editions of an 8-page mini zine from your own two-colour lino print. Participants will be able to bring home their uniquely printed zines and carved linoleum piece.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 12 and above. No prior experience is required.
How To Ink is an experimental printmaking studio in Singapore. Duo Stanley and Jessica advocate for and introduce the tactile craft of printmaking - screen printing, linocut & printing, marbling and papermaking - through beginner-friendly workshops, as well as offering their quaint studio space to experiment. The name is taken from the verbalisation of the Chinese characters 凹凸印 (Āo Tú Yìn), a style of printmaking based on the yin-and-yang principle of utilising positive and negative moulds to produce impressions; a philosophy the pair hopes everyone will embrace in their craft and daily lives.
This workshop is supported by RJ Paper.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn to plan, carve, and layer colours, creating small editions of an 8-page mini zine from your own two-colour lino print. Participants will be able to bring home their uniquely printed zines and carved linoleum piece.
All materials and tools will be provided. This workshop is suitable for beginners, and welcomes participants ages 12 and above. No prior experience is required.
How To Ink is an experimental printmaking studio in Singapore. Duo Stanley and Jessica advocate for and introduce the tactile craft of printmaking - screen printing, linocut & printing, marbling and papermaking - through beginner-friendly workshops, as well as offering their quaint studio space to experiment. The name is taken from the verbalisation of the Chinese characters 凹凸印 (Āo Tú Yìn), a style of printmaking based on the yin-and-yang principle of utilising positive and negative moulds to produce impressions; a philosophy the pair hopes everyone will embrace in their craft and daily lives.
This workshop is supported by RJ Paper.
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