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At first, you will explore making folded books from a single sheet of paper, and simple pop ups, all of which can be made to different scales depending on the original sheet size.
The base structures of pamphlet stitch and concertina with hard covers will be covered, which can then be combined to make small scale sculptural books, which are ideal for display. Unlike the traditional codex, adaptations of the concertina are often included in gallery exhibitions. The double concertina structure will be taught, which includes some simple paper cutting to enhance the three-dimensionality of the structure.
The course will combine some general bookbinding practice, grain direction, choice of papers, glues and tools, with an experimental approach to content and structure. This workshop will provide you with the skills to experiment with making books at home. All the techniques covered use small tools which are easily transferable.
On this course the tutor will supply most of the materials, including bone folders, paper knives, brushes, thread, needles, paper, board and book cloth. On this course the College will supply some course worksheets, and equipment for use on the course, including cutting mats, craft knives, rulers, set squares, glue pots and brushes.
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Daily Timetable
Course teaching: 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive: 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)
Morning teaching: 11am-1pm
Lunch break: 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching: 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm
Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the Materials to bring section.
Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.
If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected] This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.
Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.
Please refer to our terms & conditions below.
The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.
Tracey Bush trained as an illustrator, and successfully freelanced for many years. She has produced a series of books, which have been acquired by the Yale Centre for British Art, Tate Britain and the Marvin Sackner Collection of Concrete Poetry. In 2014 Tracey was commissioned to create the large scale 'Ports of the World' butterfly box, which is installed on the P&O cruise ship, Britannia.
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