Hello

Ben Blount is a Detroit born artist, designer and letterpress printer that loves books, type, and putting ink on paper. His work often explores questions of race and identity and the stories we tell ourselves about living in America. Ben is a believer in the power of the printed word and shares his passion for print and design speaking to students and educators around the country and as a board member of Artists Book House and Fine Press Book Association. His artists books and prints are included in numerous collections including the Joan Flasch Collection at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, The Newberry Library and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Ben prints out of MAKE, his storefront studio in Evanston’s West Village neighborhood.

Workshops/Teaching

Ben loves to print and make books. He’s taught adults, kids, high school students, and undergrads in a variety of settings. Reach out if you’re interested in a class or workshop.

Speaking

Ben is available and loves talking to groups, students, and student groups about his work, letterpress, and the creative process. Contact him here to have him talk to your class or group.

Links

>You can buy some the stuff he prints here.
>He frequently posts on Instagram.
>He's on LinkedIn too.