Contemporary Book Arts (literally making books) is my speciality - I received a distinction in both my Masters Degree and my Post Graduation Certificate for my Book Art work.
Often my own art work is not very book-like in the normally accepted genre - I personally consider it an 'assemblage with a narrative' or a 'visual narrative'. However, I also really enjoy making books to match the theme of a story I have written, manipulating the paper into structures such as a Circus Big Top or a Victorian Terrace, and building up layers to add intrigue and audience participation.
Making books is a magical experience and one I love to share - there are so many different structures to experiment with, making this craft suitable for all ages and levels of experience. I especially like to do this with adults who consider themselves uncreative, the joy of satisfaction on their face when they have made their first book is truly amazing!
Often my own art work is not very book-like in the normally accepted genre - I personally consider it an 'assemblage with a narrative' or a 'visual narrative'. However, I also really enjoy making books to match the theme of a story I have written, manipulating the paper into structures such as a Circus Big Top or a Victorian Terrace, and building up layers to add intrigue and audience participation.
Making books is a magical experience and one I love to share - there are so many different structures to experiment with, making this craft suitable for all ages and levels of experience. I especially like to do this with adults who consider themselves uncreative, the joy of satisfaction on their face when they have made their first book is truly amazing!
Japanese Stab Binding
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Star Book
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Codex book in slip case
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