A chemist by training, Daniel Kelm designs and produces artists books at his Massachusetts studio, the Wide Awake Garage. This lecture and slide show promises to be a fascinating study in the art of process as well as an intimate look at the work of two accomplished artists. Free and open to the public. Attend one, several, or all five of the one-day sessions. Participants will be introduced to eight printing techniques, which can be accomplished at home using simple equipment.
All processes are compatible with letterpress printing and book arts projects.
The Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Guild of Book Workers presents an introduction to pre-paring leather for full leather bookbinding in the reliure simplif e style with Paula Marie Gourley. Having taught Chapter One to rave reviews, Gourley is back by acclamation. Techniques will include blind tooling, onlay, and mosaique in the French style. Some prior experience with leather is suggested. Gourley, proprietor of Lilyhouse Studio Editions in Oregon, is a bookbinder, artist, and writer who has worked with books for more than twenty-five years.