The Artist’s Book

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Artist’s books are extremely varied and broadly defined but typically incorporate a three-dimensional book-like form to present visual information sequentially. In this course, students will use drawing, painting, collage, and printing to create content that will then form the basis of innovative artist’s books. We will start the accordion format and zines before moving on to bookbinding techniques determined by the individual concepts of each student. Advanced techniques for final projects will be developed in collaboration with a visiting professional bookmaker. No prior art experience is required, and all essential supplies will be provided. Artist’s books addressing social justice themes will be a particular focus of this course. Important examples by artists of color such as Kara Walker, Enrique Chagoya, and Adam Pendleton will be studied along with works in Davidson College’s permanent collection by artists including Bethany Collins and Kikuji Kawada Satisfies the Visual and Performing Arts requirement