Slow Media, Shared Spaces: The Role of Print in Community
In this keynote address for the CU Small Press Fest, Eric Von Haynes—artist, designer, and President of the Chicago Printers Guild—will delve into his enduring connection with printmaking as both a craft and a community endeavor. Eric will reflect on the role of print as a medium for communication, resistance, and connection, drawing from his 15 years of experience leading Flatlands Press, the Chicago Printers Guild, and cofounding The Love Fridge initiative. Through narratives from his projects, workshops, and design residencies, he will present a vision of print that highlights slow media, attentive listening, and mutual support. This presentation will encourage attendees to explore how print can serve as a conduit for collective memory, shared authorship, and the creation of beautiful spaces.