Mel has been teaching in the Twin Cities for 25 years.

They developed their teaching practicum while working at 7th-12th grade alternative schools. Since those days, Mel has taught youth and adults part-time as a teaching artist. They currently lead bookbinding and sculpture classes at the Eagan Art House in Eagan, Minnesota.

For current class offerings, click the button below.

Adults (16+)

  • Bookmaking:  3 Simple Bindings
  • Bookbinding:  Pamphlets and Pockets
  • Bookmaking:  Japanese Stab Binding
  • Watercolor & Book Arts Discovery

Youth 11-15

  • Intro to Plaster Carving
  • Plaster Carving Next Step

Concertina Fold (w/wrapped cover)

Multi-signature w/tapes

Plaster Carving