Join us and Artist In Residence Debra Disman from 1:30 to 3:30 for an envelope bookmaking workshop and create heartfelt gifts and cards. We will continue the fun from 3:30-5:00 PM with a winter community celebration. All are welcome! Light refreshments provided. Attendees will also be entered … [Read more...] about Community Winter Celebration at the Granada Hills Library
ARTIST'S BOOKS
“Tunneling through” at the Granada Hills Branch Library!
It has been exciting to lead programs at the Granada Hills Branch Library of the LAPL, as part of my Artist in Residency there: “We Write the Book“, supported by the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs In honor of Native American Heritage Month, participants created … [Read more...] about “Tunneling through” at the Granada Hills Branch Library!
Bookmaking at Verdugo Hills High School with VAPA Students
I will lead bookmaking workshops with Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) English and Art students at Verdugo Hills High School in Tujunga, CA, supported by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Students will create one-of-kind BOOKS by hand, and develop them with print and visual media to … [Read more...] about Bookmaking at Verdugo Hills High School with VAPA Students
Making TUNNEL BOOKS at the Granada Hills Branch Library!
We will create an amazing multidimensional TUNNEL BOOK using a three-dimensional tableau scene to honor Native American Heritage Month! Utilizing strategic cutouts, accordion folding and framing techniques, explore a “layered view” that creates the setting for a dramatic scene and story that … [Read more...] about Making TUNNEL BOOKS at the Granada Hills Branch Library!
Like White on White 2
Using the term "white" very broadly. It is really the layering of similar hued discrete textures and materials and the richness, emotions and feelings this creates...thread on paper, paper on cloth, cord on cloth, paper on board. Cord, string and thread falling to the tabletop, gathering, … [Read more...] about Like White on White 2
Let’s Make Books at the Bell Library!
Learn to create the fun and fabulous "folded fan" book in community at the Library with artist Debra Disman. Create a book that can open, read and displayed in different ways! This program is designed for children aged 5 - 12. All materials included! … [Read more...] about Let’s Make Books at the Bell Library!