BOOK ARTS

The Accordion – CLASS IS FULL
Instructor: Paulette Rosen
Tuesday evenings, 6:30-9:30 (July 6, 13, 20 & 27)
The accordion is one of the most versatile folds used in both traditional and artistic bookbinding. In this short course, you will learn several variations and uses of the accordion fold, from the full page spread to the small folds that act as a hinge. You will learn various ways of attaching pages and make books with both paper and hard covers. The resulting books are suitable for small photo albums, sketchbooks, greeting cards and whatever else you can imagine! No experience necessary. Enrollment in this class includes one 3 hour monitored open bench session a week.
Four sessions: $150; members: $135

Advanced Hand Bookbinding BA01SU10
Instructor: Gisela Noack
Thursday evenings, 7:00-10:00 (June 3-July 15)
No class July 1.
Open to binders with two recent Basic Hand Bookbinding sessions or with permission of the instructor. Instruction is adjusted to the interest and binding skill of the individual. Enrollment in this class includes one 3 hour monitored open bindery session per week on Fridays.
Six sessions: $226; members: $203

Open Bindery
Instructors: Studio Binders
Friday mornings, 10:00-1:00 (June 25-July 30)
Friday afternoons, 1:00-4:00 (June 25-July 30)
These are monitored sessions for the independent binder who has experience in the CAW Bindery. Fee includes materials for binding and use of the equipment in the Bindery, which includes board shears, a guillotine and a Quik Print Press for making labels. Students must be approved by an instructor to enroll. They must have adequate knowledge of the Bindery. There is no instruction provided. Note: There will not be a Saturday session during the summer. Sign up and payment is in advance at the CAW office.
Cost per session: $15 per session for currently enrolled students; $25 per session for non-enrolled students.

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WORKSHOPS

Making Book Cloth – CLASS IS FULL
Instructor: Paulette Rosen
Tuesday, June 22, 6:30-9:30
In this one session workshop you will learn the traditional method of taking your own cloth and backing it with paper so that it can be used to cover books or boxes. The decorative possibilities for your book covers are endless with these techniques! No experience necessary. A materials list will be sent to students upon registration.
Cost: $67; members: $60

The Amazing Dremel Tool – CLASS IS FULL
Instructor: Jill Timm
Saturday and Sunday, July 24 & 25, 9:00-4:00 each day
In this creation transforming class you will learn how to use the magic tool every artist should have, the amazing Dremel tool. You will drill, cut, carve, etch, shape, polish, and grind non-traditional book making materials such as glass, plastic, metals, wood, tile and more. You will try your hand at working with various materials and using several bits for different purposes and effects. As you play with materials you will be making pages for your sample book, a wire bound envelope packet book, for later reference. After this class your material options will be limitless. You will be able to make books out of just about anything! Jill Timm (Mystical Places Press) is a full time book artist focusing on small editions of hand crafted books. She has a varied background in graphic design, photography, teaching, marketing, and business. Her art is in many corporate, university, public and private collections across the United States, and worldwide. She also is the publisher of Artist Book News. Beginners are welcome. Students will need to provide their own 300 or 400 series Dremel Tool. However, a complete set of drill bits and all precut materials are included in the price of the workshop. A list of other necessary materials and supplies will be provided upon registration.
Cost: $380; members: $342

Altered Books – CLASS IS FULL
Instructor: Karen Wheeler
Monday through Thursday, 9:30-12:30 (August 2-5)
Recycle your existing books into a unique art objects. We will transform our books through a playful process of painting, cutting, folding, collage, drawing, stamping, stitching, and text manipulation. Add embellishments such as envelopes, fibers, family photos and favorite quotations to breathe new and personal life into your pages. Studio artist Karen Wheeler is former Associate Professor of Art at Wingate University in North Carolina recently relocated to New Haven. She specializes in mixed media assemblages which combine her own handmade papers, drawing, painting and digital originals. Students should bring 2-3 books they would like to alter. A good choice would be a sturdy modern hardcover novel with approximately 200-300 pages. Pages should be sewn (not glued) to the binding and should be non-glossy. All levels welcome. A materials list will be provided upon registration.
Four sessions: $150; members: $135

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