For disability-related accommodations, please call (213) 228-7430 at least five business days prior to the event.
Book as Art
“We Write the Book” Returns to the Northridge Library!
I am thrilled to return to the Northridge Branch Library for a third season of bookmaking supported by the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs!
JOIN US!!!!!
We Write the Book: Craft Program for All Ages
Monthly on the fourth Saturday, 11am – 12:30pm
Saturday July 25, 2026 – Saturday, Jun 26 2027
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
KICK-OFF: Saturday July 25, 2026
About the Program:
Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman is back at the Northridge Branch for the year 2026-2027, beginning a series of monthly bookmaking programs in July, where you will learn to make a different book each session! No experience is required and there will be new projects and things to learn for those who have attended her workshops before. All are welcome and you can attend as many sessions as you want! All materials are provided. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
All the workshops are free including materials and for ALL AGES and ABILITIES!
We Write the Book: Craft Program for All Ages | Los Angeles Public Library
Time: Saturdays at 11:00- 12:30 p.m. (Most are the last Saturday of the month excepting October, November and December 2026)
1. Saturday, July 25th, 2026 (Kick-off!)
2. Saturday, August 29, 2026
3. Saturday, September 26, 2026
4. Saturday, October 10, 2026
5. Saturday, November 21, 2026
6. Saturday, December 19, 2026
7. Saturday, January 23, 2027
8. Saturday, February 27, 2027
9. Saturday, March 27, 2027
10.Saturday, April 24, 2027
11.Saturday, May 22, 2027
12.Culmination: Saturday, June 26, 2027 (sharing of books through display and readings, short making workshop!)
8. Saturday, February 27, 2027
9. Saturday, March 27, 2027
10.Saturday, April 24, 2027
11.Saturday, May 22, 2027
12.Culmination: Saturday, June 26, 2027 (sharing of books through display and readings, short making workshop!)
This program is made possible by a grant from the City of Los Department of Cultural Affairs.
Northridge
“We Write the Book” Returns to the Northridge Library!
We Write the Book: Craft Program for All Ages
Monthly on the fourth Saturday, 11am – 12:30pm
Saturday July 25, 2026 – Saturday, Jun 26 2027
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
KICK-OFF: Saturday July 25, 2026
About the Program:
Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman is back at the Northridge Branch for the year 2026-2027, beginning a series of monthly bookmaking programs in July, where you will learn to make a different book each session! No experience is required and there will be new projects and things to learn for those who have attended her workshops before. All are welcome and you can attend as many sessions as you want! All materials are provided. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is made possible by a grant from the City of Los Department of Cultural Affairs.
For disability-related accommodations, please call (213) 228-7430 at least five business days prior to the event.
Northridge
PULP*PAPER*BOOK 2026 at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts
I am thrilled to participate in PULP*PAPER*BOOK 2026 at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts!
Showing “The Body Politic: Black and Gold”, 8.5 x 23 x 7″, book board, paint, canvas, metal leaf, lace, cord, netting, trim, beads.
Exhibition Dates: March 14, 2026- May 3rd 2026 Opening Reception: Sunday, March 15th, 2-4pm, 2026
Pulp • Paper • Book provides a platform for combining works of book makers, pulp wranglers, papermakers and printmakers to exhibit their work. Paper is one of the oldest forms of artistic medium- from parchment to books to vellum to wood products. Humans print on every surface and make inks from everything on earth.
Read the Artist Statements HERE!
Curated Wrap-Around Programming:
Saturday, March 14, 2026: Books at the Source: Literary Arts Summit
Thursday, March 26, 2026: Upcycled Journal Workshop
Thursday, April 2, 2026: Eco Petals: Crafting a Recycled Bouquet
Sunday, April 19, 2026: Paper Lanterns Workshop
EXHIBITIONISTA: Pulp • Paper • Book at Sebastopol Center For The Arts
I am delighted to participate in the Sebastopol Center For The Arts upcoming show, Pulp • Paper • Book
Exhibition Dates: March 14, 2026- May 3rd 2026 Opening Reception: Sunday, March 15th, 2-4pm, 2026
Pulp • Paper • Book provides a platform for combining works of book makers, pulp wranglers, papermakers and printmakers to exhibit their work. Paper is one of the oldest forms of artistic medium- from parchment to books to vellum to wood products. Humans print on every surface and make inks from everything on earth.
Read the Artist Statements HERE!
Curated Wrap-Around Programming:
Saturday, March 14, 2026: Books at the Source: Literary Arts Summit
Thursday, March 26, 2026: Upcycled Journal Workshop
Thursday, April 2, 2026: Eco Petals: Crafting a Recycled Bouquet
Sunday, April 19, 2026: Paper Lanterns Workshop
“WE Write the Book” Neighborhood Engagement Artist Residency CULMINATION!
I was thrilled to serve again as a 2025-26 “NEAR” Artist in Residence at the Northridge Branch Library!
On December 20, 2025, after 11 onsite bookmaking workshops with the community at the Library, we held our Residency CULMINATION Event!
Below are videos and images of the event. Families, seniors, students and staff graced us with their presence!
View the splendid books participants created through the Residency!
Hear the participants words as they share their books!
Participants shared the books they had made, supported and celebrated each other, and reveled in project materials to create small, sewn, travel books to send them into 2026 and Beyond!
Artists and devoted workshop attendees Amy and Cathie share their BookWorks!
This young bookmaker loves cars, and his book/s reveal his knowledge of them!
His sister created books about endangered animals and how to help them; flowers; and a cookbook of favorite recipes!
Moms and sons create books!
A a beautiful, learning-filled and fun time was had by all.
Here’s to a healthy and creative 2026!