Discover the art of creating handmade paper, books and printed works through UT San Antonio Community Art. Explore traditional techniques and experimental approaches to papermaking, bookbinding, decorative papers and letterpress printing. Classes are open enrollment and welcome beginners and experienced artists.
Book Arts and Papermaking classes meet in the Picante Paper and Book Arts Studios on the second floor of the Santikos Building at UT San Antonio's Southwest Campus in San Antonio.
Course offerings vary by term. Depending on the current catalog, students can explore these creative disciplines:
Explore paper pulp, sheet forming, color, texture and decorative surfaces to create individual sheets of handmade paper.
Discover book structures and hand-binding techniques for making sketchbooks, journals and other creative book forms.
Explore letterpress printing and decorative-paper techniques through scheduled studio classes and workshops.
Work in a creative environment dedicated to paper and book arts at the Southwest Campus. The Picante Paper and Book Arts Studios provide a setting for exploring traditional processes and developing projects with instructor guidance. Individual class descriptions identify the specific techniques covered.
Book Arts and Papermaking classes are open enrollment. Find current course titles, class dates, meeting times, tuition and any prerequisites in the online registration catalog.
For classes not included in the published materials list, required supplies may be identified in the class description, discussed at the first class or provided. Please review the specific course details before purchasing materials.
Fall 2026 Materials List Class Guidelines
Open studio for book arts and papermaking classes is not permitted at this time, unless special arrangements are made by the instructor and discussed in class.
Review Community Art registration policies for payment, withdrawal, cancellation and refund information.
Yes. UT San Antonio Community Art offers open-enrollment book arts and papermaking classes at different skill levels. Check individual course listings for any class-specific prerequisites.
Classes take place in the Picante Paper and Book Arts Studios on the second floor of the Santikos Building at UT San Antonio's Southwest Campus.
Materials requirements vary by class. Check the current course listing and published materials list; instructors may also discuss required supplies during the first class or provide them as part of the course.
Browse the Book Arts and Papermaking registration catalog for currently offered classes, meeting times, tuition and availability.
Open studio access is not currently permitted unless an instructor makes special arrangements and discusses them with the class.