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Single Signature Books
Mural Painting with Debra Disman
Camera Obscura Art Lab at 1450 Ocean 1450 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United StatesJoin us for public workshops in bookmaking and more at the Camera Obscura Art Lab at 1450 Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica!
These workshops are being offered as part of my Studio Residency at the Art Lab, January 13-April 14, 2018. I will be creating and teaching in the beautiful Mid-century building that houses the Art Lab, overlooking Santa Monica Beach and the blue Pacific.
I am developing a gigantic group-created book - the Big Beach Book - during my residency, and you are invited to learn bookmaking skills while taking part!
Explore mural and decorative painting techniques on Big Beach Book pages using paint pens - with the view out the Art Lab window and the surrounding environment for inspiration. Use your newly acquired techniques on a takeaway card!
“Freedom of Expression” Bookmaking Workshop at the Granada Hills Library
Granada Hills Branch, Los Angeles Public Library 10640 Petit Avenue Granada Hills, CA 91344, Granada Hills, United StatesIn 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 is part of my Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Artist Residency at the Granada Hills Branch – Los Angeles Public Library.
Thanks to Teen Librarian Kristin Peers, Senior Librarian Pamela Rhodes, and the LA DCA.
“Make A Photo Album”
Granada Hills Branch, Los Angeles Public Library 10640 Petit Avenue Granada Hills, CA 91344, Granada Hills, United StatesJoin the fun and create a unique photo album in which to honor family and friends in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month!!
Learn single signature binding, the pamphlet stitch, and how to create pockets for treasured items as well as how to use all kinds of beautiful and festive materials!
Free, all materials included, open to the public, all are welcome!
This workshop is part of my Department of Cultural Affairs Artist Residency at the Sunland-Tujunga Public Library, 2019-2020 and is made possible in part by a grant form the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
Make a Gift Book at the Granada Hills Public Library!
Granada Hills Branch, Los Angeles Public Library 10640 Petit Avenue Granada Hills, CA 91344, Granada Hills, United StatesFor the Holiday Season, come join Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman and make a fabulous gift book. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
Make Your Own Book at the Sunland-Tujunga Branch Library!
Sunland-Tujunga Branch Library 7771 Foothill Boulevard 7771Foothill Blvd. Tujunga, CA 91042, Tujunga (Los Angeles), CA, United StatesJoin us and the Wide Open Reading group at the Sunland-Tujunga Library and learn to bind together your own book you can use as a journal, sketchbook, diary, dream catcher or idea book!
Learn what signatures are in bookbinding, and how they become book pages.
Create your book, then design, embellish, decorate and personalize your cover for inspiration
All materials provided.
All ages welcome. Bring the family and create together!
This program is part of my Artist Residency at the Sunland-Tujunga Public Library and is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles Department Cultural Affairs.
“Make Your Own Journal” at the Panorama City Branch Library!
Panorama City Branch Library 14345 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA, United StatesJoin us and start the school year of by learning how to make your very own handbound journal!
Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs Artist in Residence Debra Disman will lead you in creating a "single signature" bound book that you can use for writing, drawing, note-keeping, poetry, homework, lists, photographs, recipes and more!
Materials packets available.
Please contact the Panorama City Branch Library for details, and how to pick up your materials!