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Crafting Histories: Bookmaking with Debra Disman an Online Workshop Series
Craft Contemporary 5814 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCrafting Histories: Bookmaking with Debra Disman an Online Workshop Series
The Art of the Book: Crafting Our Stories By Hand is an online workshop series specifically designed by Craft Contemporary and artist Debra Disman for adults over the age of 55. This program is made possible by funding from Aroha Philanthropies and is part of a nationwide campaign to bring thoughtful and specialized programs to a valuable population that is often undeserved by arts institutions.We invite you to register for this cycle's participant cohort. This 8-session bookmaking series taught by artist Debra Disman will meet through the online platform Zoom, every Friday at 11am - 1pm. Starting August 7 through September 11, 2020. The program will conclude with a final presentation and discussion of works and experiences, participants will also be provided a group document and online presence to share their work with friends and family.
Celebrate Chinese New Year, The Year of the Tiger and the Chinese Lantern Festival!
West Valley Regional Branch Library 19036 Vanowen Street,, Reseda, CA, United StatesJoin us in creating a fun and fantastic handmade book to celebrate The Chinese Lantern Festival & Year of the Tiger.
You will learn both the accordion and the flower fold techniques while learning about this unique festival.
Open the Door to Women Artists with the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
West Valley Regional Branch Library 19036 Vanowen Street,, Reseda, CA, United StatesCELEBRATE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH BY LEARNING ABOUT, HONORING AND BEING INSPIRED BY WOMEN ARTISTS!!!
Celebrate Women's History Month and the work of Frida Kahlo, Faith Ringgold, and Yayoi Kusama by creating a fantastic handmade book. Exercise your creativity and learn new skills in the process!
This is an online program. Space and supplies are limited to the first 20 patrons who register.
Celebrate Poetry Month and Earth Day with the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
West Valley Regional Branch Library 19036 Vanowen Street,, Reseda, CA, United StatesJoin us online for our final event of the season with artist-in-residence Debra Disman. Debra will help you create a special handmade book honoring Earth Day and celebrating National Poetry Month.
To celebrate this program, when you sign up you will not only receive the supplies necessary to participate in the program, but some special artmaking materials and Los Angeles Public Library SWAG!
This is an online program.
MAKERS’ NIGHT: CRAFT CONTEMPORARY!
Craft Contemporary 5814 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBook artist Debra Disman will teach participants basic bookmaking techniques such as folding, paper punching, and sewing to create a side-bound handsewn book! Materials will be available to customize the front and back covers of your book. Cost of program includes materials and drinks.
CRAFT WORKSHOPS
Maker Night: Bookmaking with Debra Disman
6:00pm - 8:00pm $12 | Free for Members
Book artist Debra Disman will teach participants basic bookmaking techniques such as folding, paper punching, and sewing to create a side-bound handsewn book!
INFO RSVP
Advanced RSVP is required. This workshop has limited capacity, so we advise participants to arrive early to secure a spot in the workshop.
Payment is due upon arrival.
DO YOU! Express Yourself at the West Valley Regional Branch Library!
West Valley Regional Branch Library 19036 Vanowen Street,, Reseda, CA, United StatesCALLING ALL CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS! Join the West Valley Regional Branch Library and Artist in Residence Debra Disman and learn how to make an accordion fold book with pockets in our upcoming program: A Book About Me Express yourself through cutting, folding, designing and pasting, and create a book all about YOU! […]