FIRST PROOF
A One-Day Unconference for Emerging Printers & Binders
Conference Details
Location
Central Print
2624 N 14th St, St. Louis, MO 63106
Schedule
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM | Check-in & Coffee
Doors open. Arrive, check in, and get your schedule—the result of our community vote! Sign up for a slot in share-out lightning round.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM | Welcome Remarks
A brief and energetic welcome from the organizers, celebrating the collaborative effort and the exciting schedule you helped build through your votes.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM | Keynote: TBD
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | Quick Transition Break
Refresh your coffee before the community share-out.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | A Lightning Share-Out
The fast-paced, 3 minute-per-person session where attendees introduce themselves and their work with a single slide.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Morning Session Block
Attendees head to the first block of community-voted and curated workshops, demos, and roundtable discussions.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Long Table Lunch & Print Exchange
A communal lunch. A great time to connect. Print Exchange will be over lunch
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Afternoon Session 1 Block
Attendees participate in the second block of popular, hands-on sessions.
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM | Coffee & Ink Break
A final 15-minute break to recharge.
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Afternoon Session 2 Block (Slightly Shorter)
Attendees participate in the second block of popular, hands-on sessions.
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM | Closing
Wrap-up to share key takeaways and discuss what's next for the community.
5:15 PM Onwards | The Print, Paper, & Pour Social
The celebration continues at a nearby taproom.
Unconference Format
FIRST PROOF follows an unconference model, where the community shapes the agenda through collaborative participation and voting.
Community-Driven Content
Session proposals are submitted by attendees and voted on by the community to create the final schedule.
Interactive Workshops & Roundtables
Rather than traditional presentations, sessions focus on hands-on workshops, demos, and collaborative discussions.
Lightning Share-Out
Every attendee has the opportunity to introduce themselves and their work in a rapid-fire 3-minute format.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register?
Registration is now closed. If you have questions, please contact us at contact@firstproofconference.com.
Can I propose a session?
Session proposals are now closed. The community is currently voting on submitted proposals to determine the final schedule.
When will the final schedule be decided?
Once session proposals are submitted, the community will vote to determine the final schedule. This process will take place a few weeks before the event to allow attendees and organizers to plan accordingly.
What is the cost?
The registration fee is $30 per person. This affordable rate includes a full day of workshops, lunch, and all materials. We've kept costs low to encourage wide participation and build community.