Apprenticeship at University of Iowa

Apprenticeship in Traditional Eastern and
    Western Hand Papermaking
University of Iowa Center for the Book

The UICB Apprenticeship in Papermaking (originally conceived by Lynn
Amlie) consists of a 2-year, 1/2 time position available to
individuals who have previously demonstrated a strong interest in
and commitment to traditional papermaking history and technique. The
apprenticeship pays $8/hour the first year and $10/hour the second
year.  During the two years, the apprentice is exposed to all
aspects of our Eastern and Western paper production including, fiber
cultivation (kozo only), fiber selection, fermentation, cooking,
beating, washing during beating, sheetforming, drying, sizing, paper
grading and related equipment maintenance and use.  Ongoing research
efforts are also components in the apprenticeship.  The apprentice
will work directly with Tim Barrett and first year apprentice
Marianne Kelsey.

For additional information and an application form, email

    Tim Barrett, Paper Specialist
    University of Iowa Center for the Book Research and Production
    Paper Facility
    timothy-barrett<-a t->uiowa< . >edu

Application and supportive materials are due 6 May 2005, decision 27
May 2005.

Timothy Barrett
Paper Specialist and Research Scientist
Paper Curriculum, Research and Production
University of Iowa Center for the Book
Oakdale Hall Mailroom
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-621-2493

Peter D. Verheyen
Bookbinder and Conservator, PA - AIC
The Book Arts Web and Book_Arts-L Listserv


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