I was honored to conduct a bookmaking program for children and families at the Hawthorne Library We made flag books. Numerous families joined us, and a grand time was had by all... What will this maker say, with their work, letters, design? Mothers, grandmothers, friends, and … [Read more...] about Hanging in Hawthorne
Bookmaking
The Art of Bookmaking
SDiscover the artist and writer within while learning bookmaking skills in this hands-on workshop led by 18th Street Arts Center artist, Debra Disman. Learn “found writing” techniques to take the anxiety out of the writing process and create a flag book that is its own work of art! This program is … [Read more...] about The Art of Bookmaking
Rainbow Bookmaking Workshop at the Granada Hills Library
Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman will instruct patrons in how to make a rainbow book in celebration of LGBTQ Heritage Month. Everyone is welcome to attend this culmination event where everyone who attended a previous bookmaking program can share their creations. Refreshments will be served. This … [Read more...] about Rainbow Bookmaking Workshop at the Granada Hills Library
Scroll-making and Paper Marbling Workshop atthe Granada Hills Library!
Join us for an extraordinary scroll-making and paper marbling workshop in honor of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month! Everyone is welcome! All materials provided, just bring yourself, your creativity, and friends and family! This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City … [Read more...] about Scroll-making and Paper Marbling Workshop atthe Granada Hills Library!
“Making Books Together” at LACMA!
Join us to create fun, personal, handmade books! Learn glued, folded, and rolled book-making techniques, as well as how to use color, texture, pattern, design, and composition to make your books unique. Families can create books together, work on individual projects, or both! Led by artist Debra … [Read more...] about “Making Books Together” at LACMA!
Creating Sidebound Books in honor of Dia de los Ninos: International Children’s Day!
Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman will lead a workshop that focuses on making a Sidebound Book in celebration of Dia de los Ninos: International Children's and Book Day! This workshop is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. El día … [Read more...] about Creating Sidebound Books in honor of Dia de los Ninos: International Children’s Day!