John M. Wing: The Collector, the Collection, and What It's Inspired

Class Description

The Newberry has a wonderfully rich and diverse collection of materials related to the history of printing and the book. How did this collection come into being? Who was John M. Wing and what was his connection to the Newberry? How was the collection shaped by the "Custodians" over the years? How have scholars, designers and artists used these materials in their works? Take a deep dive into the stories behind the collector, the collection, and the creations it has inspired.

All virtual classes are recorded and made available to participants registered in the class. These recordings are password-protected and available for up to two weeks after the class ends.

Andrea Villasenor, Senior Graphic Designer at the Newberry, began her career as a typesetter and has embraced continual learning and teaching as technology has transformed the field. She has taught at the American Academy of Art, The School of the Art Institute and currently at Northern Illinois University.

What to Expect

Format: Virtual

Class Capacity: 24

Class Style: Mix of lecture and discussion; participation encouraged

Materials List

Required

• Instructor-Distributed Materials

A Brief Syllabus

1. Introduction
2. The Wing Collection Custodians
3. Research

Cost and Registration

3 Sessions, $135 ($121.50 for Newberry members, seniors, and students). Learn about becoming a member.

We offer our classes at three different price options: Regular ($135), Community Supported ($125), and Sponsor ($145). Following the models of other institutions, we want to ensure that our classes are accessible to a wider audience while continuing to support our instructors. You may choose the price that best fits your situation when registering through Learning Stream.

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