In this "Freedom of Expression" workshop participants will learn how to create a single signature binding and use assorted materials to design book covers which will reflect their unique individuality! Join us to celebrate the Martin Luther King holiday and freedom in all its forms. This program … [Read more...] about “Freedom of Expression” Bookmaking Workshop at the Granada Hills Library
Handmade Books
“Be Part of the Story”: VAPA Students Make Books
At a recent series of bookmaking workshops at Verdugo Hills High School, Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) students in VAPA Art and English classes learned to make their own books which they then shared with others in the school library, in a singular exhibition and reading. Thus we engaged … [Read more...] about “Be Part of the Story”: VAPA Students Make Books
“It’s About the Story”: VAPA Students Make Books
At a recent series of bookmaking workshops at Verdugo Hills High School, Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) students in VAPA Art and English classes learned to make their own books which they then shared with others in the school library. Below is a sampling of their stunning … [Read more...] about “It’s About the Story”: VAPA Students Make Books
Community Winter Celebration at the Granada Hills Library
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
“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