Please join us in celebrating The Craft of Paper: Contemporary Takes on Tradition, curated by paper artist Michael Velliquette.  The Craft of Paper explores modern interpretations of paper crafts, including cutting, folding, rolling, weaving, and layering. Meet the curator and discover how craft is continually innovating and transforming with new materials and techniques. This reception is the first look at our exciting and inspiring exhibit for fall 2026.

Paper Craft Fundamentals is a hands-on workshop that introduces participants to essential techniques in paper-based art practices, including cutting, folding, scoring, rolling, weaving, and layering. Through guided demonstrations and self-directed experimentation, participants will develop a foundational understanding of these processes while exploring their potential for variation, combination, and personal expression.

Learn how to make your own paper from harvest to production with guest instructor & fiber ethnobotanist James Ojascastro collaboratively hosted by Trees Atlanta and Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking.

Join Trees Atlanta’s Forest Restoration Coordinator Sav Tello and fiber ethnobotanist and Field Botany Program Manager James Ojascastro for a forest restoration program! 

Join us for a special lecture and papermaking workshop with guest historian Dr. Joran Proot! Dr. Proot is a distinguished historian of early modern books from the Cultura Fonds and the Sint Lucas School of Arts in Antwerp. During the lecture, Dr. Proot will discuss the materials and workflow of paper making as it was carried out in Europe during the early modern period. After the lecture participants will learn to make paper, using the classic Western or European style technique.

Ever wanted to make your own book? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the art of mini book crafting—from folding and binding to adding your personal creative touches. Using colorful papers and simple techniques, you’ll design a pocket-sized book that’s perfect for notes, doodles, or gifting. All materials provided. 

This workshop is for Georgia Tech Students, Staff, and Faculty. Located in the Georgia Tech Library, Crosland G120 Wilby Classroom.

Step into the colorful world of quilling, a centuries-old paper art that turns simple strips into stunning designs. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to twirl, curl, and shape paper into vibrant patterns and create your own floral masterpiece bursting with spring cheer. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready to make something beautiful! All materials provided. 

Ever wondered about the process of printmaking or block printing? Join Tech’s Tactile Thursday workshop with guest artist Jasmin Warnock where participants will come together to create a large-scale collaborative community garden relief print. This workshop will be a part of the  ImagiNATION Arts and Culture Festival with Georgia Tech Arts. 

Sara Garden Armstrong, an internationally renowned artist whose exhibiting career and studio work with handmade paper processes spans over 50 years, leads this one-day program. The workshop begins with a brief introduction to Armstrong’s work, with hands-on examples. Then participants will focus on learning, observing, and making unique paper objects to explore the processes of pigment staining, pulp-pouring, pulp painting, and collage techniques on pre-formed sheets of paper.

 Legacies in Paper honors the dedication that Nancy Cohen, Sara Garden Armstrong, and Helen Hiebert have had to papermaking as a tool for their artistic expression. During this virtual artist talk, hear the artists discuss the trajectory of their careers, their relationship with the medium of handmade paper, and their current explorations.