{"product_id":"book-arts-06-30-26-07-01-26","title":"The Art of the Handmade Book, 06\/30\/26 - 07\/01\/26","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"208\" data-start=\"173\"\u003eBook Arts Foundations: Your First Artist’s Books – Adults Workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA two-evening workshop • June 30 \u0026amp; July 1 (Tue–Wed) • 5:15–7:45 PM\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the creative world of book arts in this introductory workshop. Using a variety of media—such as drawing, painting, collage, and printmaking—you’ll learn how books can become unique works of art and powerful containers for personal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will learn foundational bookmaking techniques and structures including accordion folds, flag books, one-sheet books, and simple pamphlet stitching. We’ll also cover essential skills like proper folding, using bookbinding tools and archival glue, and incorporating mixed media into your pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the workshop, you’ll create 1–2 original artist’s books and gain skills you can continue using in your own creative practice. No prior art or bookbinding experience is necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials: Bookmaking and art supplies are provided and yours to keep.\u003cbr\u003eOptional: Bring personal art supplies, photos, or ephemera you’d like to incorporate into your books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1665\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1696\" data-start=\"1670\"\u003eAbout the Instructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2098\" data-start=\"1697\"\u003eNick is a multidisciplinary artist with a particular passion for printmaking and book arts. After moving to Tacoma, WA, he studied and learned from letterpress printers and book artists, developing a deep appreciation for how images, texture, and color can live within the form of a book. Nick enjoys teaching and sharing skills that empower others to explore their creativity and personal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2098\" data-start=\"1697\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* There is 3 person minimum to run this Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"freak'n-art-shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44962753970384,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/0469\/9088\/files\/book_arts_2.jpg?v=1773713832","url":"https:\/\/freaknart.com\/products\/book-arts-06-30-26-07-01-26","provider":"freak'n-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}