Product Description

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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20811 in Books
• Published on: 2008-06-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 232 pages

Customer Reviews

Penland Book of Handmade Books
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.

Inspirational!
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!