# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Art of the Photo Album
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Hazel Reindorp from Oddings will introduce you to the simple techniques and tools of bookbinding. 

You will make a photo album with a clever structure which will enable you to remove and replace pages and allow you real scope to be artistic and flamboyant in your design, if you choose. Although we will be making a photo album the structure could be used for other purposes such as sketchbook, or journal, and we will discuss how you might choose to change the materials to better suit the book for another purpose. 

In this session you will: 
Learn about paper grain and its relevance.
Learn to cover boards. Measure and cut paper and board Tips and Tricks when using Glue Make your own photo album to take home with you. 

What to expect: This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with crafting and binding experience. We will learn in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment. You must have good grip in both hands as we will be using sharp knives. 

What to bring/wear: All tools and materials are supplied, and you will take home a set of comprehensive instructions so that you can repeat the process at home.

Who is your tutor: Hazel Reindorp is founder of Odd Bindings, a local business that makes traditionally handbound journals, notebooks, photo albums and other stationery bits and pieces. All their books start as large sheets of paper and board and are cut, folded, glued, and sewn using traditional tools and methods, so each book is entirely unique. Hazel also enjoys working on commissions, to create a book specific to requirements and teaching this ancient and diverse craft to all ages.

All tools and materials are supplied, and you will take home a set of comprehensive instructions so that you can repeat the process at home. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with crafting and binding experience. 

We will learn in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment. You must have good grip in both hands as we will be using sharp knives.

Time: 10am - 2pm
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/thatcham/the-art-of-the-photo-album/200029935259356
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Thatcham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.3735
- **long**: -1.28013
- **full address**: Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom, Thatcham, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: The Art of the Photo Album
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Art of the Photo Album being held?
  - **A:** The Art of the Photo Album takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Communication Road, Greenham Business Park, , RG19 6HN Newbury, United Kingdom, Thatcham, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Art of the Photo Album?
  - **A:** The Art of the Photo Album is organized by The Base, Greenham.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Art of the Photo Album is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Thatcham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Art of the Photo Album sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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