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Every year Penland, the innovative school where crafters from around the world come to hone their skills, offers a master class in the art of bookmaking thats simply without equal. Fortunately, its available to everyone, thanks to this technical and inspirational guide that showcases ten contemporary book artists who have taught at the institution. 400 illuminating photographs highlight the crafters as each one demonstrates all the details of his or her particular expertise. Marvel at the beauty of Dolph Smiths sculptural books, the exquisite structure of Jim Crofts carved wood covers and metal closures, the intricacies of Barbara Mauriellos handmade boxes and slipcases, and the secrets of Carol Bartons playful pop-ups. Reflective essays by all the artists add to the creative excitement visible on every page and in every spectacular project.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Penland Book of Handmade Books, The: Master Classes in Bookmaking Techniques
This book is especially inspiring if you like the craft side of book-making, and want to know how to make books to a high standard. It contains a lot of photographs of a large variety of unusual structures, and features demonstrations of some of them, so that you are encouraged to think more creatively about what structure would work with your chosen theme.
This book is especially inspiring if you like the craft side of book-making, and want to know how to make books to a high standard. It contains a lot of photographs of a large variety of unusual structures, and features demonstrations of some of them, so that you are encouraged to think more creatively about what structure would work with your chosen theme.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
This book has been one of my best purchases. Not only does it have great interviews with the artists, but easy to follow guides through their working techniques. I am new to the art of bookbinding and alteration and this book has given me inspiration and knowledge to find out what area of this craft I will find best. The photography is clear and informative in itself with fantastic shots of the artist's work. I would heartily recommend this to anyone with an interest in book alteration, from beginner to more accomplished. It has made me realise that a book doesn't have to be conventional and can take any shape or form that I wish it to.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
This book is packed with inspiration for the book-artist. It has practical instructions as well as excellent photography. A robust cure for artist's block!
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