Class prerequisites are listed at the end of each class description. Independent Study is available by appointment. The Picante Paper and Book Arts are located on the second floor of the Navarro Campus. These studios are wheelchair accessible. Papermaking requires some physical strength.
All classes require some degree of manual dexterity.
Students should be able to use both hands to some degree and at least one hand well. Classes are presented at an adult level. Those under 18 can enroll with parental consent and permission from Beck Whitehead, Department Chair. Papermaking is a very wet process. Students are advised to dress appropriately and bring boots or wear shoes that can get wet and will not slip.