Create with Me - Design 101: Hosted by Blurb
Craft a photobook with expert Dan Milnor. Follow along for design tips in this engaging and creative workshop.
Date and time
Location
Online
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
Join this engaging live workshop and craft a photobook in real-time with the help of Creative Ambassador Dan Milnor. This 1.5-hour session mixes community accountability with Blurb's powerful BookWright software to take your bookmaking skills to new heights.
You’ll have a blend of structured guidance and creative freedom throughout this design-focused event. We'll start by talking through design basics like columns, front matter, back matter, borders, image size, cover design, as well as what elements are necessary for compelling printed art. Whether you choose to follow Dan's lead or explore your own ideas, you'll gain valuable insights into design techniques, efficient workflows, and creative decision-making. It's a unique opportunity to refine your craft, overcome design challenges, and potentially uncover new directions for your work.
By the end of our time together, you'll have made progress on your projet and gained fresh perspectives to inform your future work. Don't miss this chance to create, learn, and connect with a community of passionate bookmakers.
About Dan Milnor
Daniel Milnor is Blurb's creative ambassador. Milnor is a former news, editorial, and commercial photographer who now works primarily on long-term projects. His work combines still photographs, motion, sound, and the written word. Milnor began printing his work in the darkroom in 1988 and has self-published hundreds of titles, from award-winning to experimental. He has taught at the Art Center College of Design and the Academy of Art University. His work is in the collections of The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, The George Eastman House, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. He lives in New Mexico.
Frequently asked questions
It’s 1.5 hours long.
This is an interactive live workshop where participants create a portfolio using Blurb in real-time, guided by creative expert Dan Milnor. It combines hands-on book design, professional tips, and community engagement.
This event is ideal for experienced and newbie bookmakers, students and photographers looking to refine their skills, explore new techniques, and engage with a community of like-minded creatives.
While not required, it's helpful to have a book idea in mind and Blurb's free BookWright software installed on your computer before the event. Download here: blurb.com/bookwright.
We encourage live attendance for the best interactive experience. However, a recording will be available after the event for those unable to join in real-time.
Blurb is a self-publishing and marketing platform that unleashes the creative genius inside everyone. Blurb’s platform makes it easy to design, publish, promote, and sell professional-quality printed books.