Print, Paper & Artist Books

Discover the magic of transforming a simple sheet of paper into something dimensional, interactive, and uniquely your own. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore the basics of book structures and paper engineering while creating projects such as pop-up and 3D cards, tunnel books, sketchbooks, and journals. No previous experience is necessary. Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll learn techniques for cutting, folding, scoring, layering, and constructing paper forms. Themed projects will also encourage you to explore your own ideas and creativity. Whether you’re new to book arts or simply looking for a fun way to make handmade treasures, this class is about discovering the joy of making—and transforming flat paper into keepsakes you can share, display, and enjoy. Instructor Bio – Karen Esteves is an artist, educator, and book arts enthusiast. Trained as a printmaker, she later embraced digital media, mastering Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Procreate. Her love of writing and visual storytelling led her to explore book structures, paper engineering, pop-ups, and movable books. Her goal is to share the joy of making. She loves transforming flat paper into three-dimensional cards, tunnel books, sketchbooks, journals, and other keepsakes—and helping others discover the creative possibilities of paper. Karen holds an MFA from Florida Atlantic University and is retired faculty. She is a member of the Movable Book Society, College Book Arts Association, Bok Tower Gardens, and Book Arts Guild of Central Florida, where she served as Director in 2025. Event Date & Time Sunday, October 25, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location Alexander Discovery Center Price $25 for members / $50 for non-member Registration is required