Archival Photo Book - Japanese Stab Binding In-Store Class Nov 15

Archival Photo Book – Japanese Stab Binding In-Store Class
Saturday, November 15, 10:30-4:30pm
Instructor: Kristen Lewis
Limit: 6 students

Class Details:

This class with local bookbinder Kristen Lewis grew out of comments made by a few art photographers who took one of her Japanese Stab Binding classes. They loved both the elegance of the book and how easy it was to make, and asked if she could create something similar but make it specifically for photographs. (The added thickness of mounted photos typically makes a book splay open.) 

Kristen’s response was this variation on her popular stab binding classes. Although photographs were the original inspiration, it turns out that the new structure also works well for layered collage and other inclusions. Kristen streamlined the whole process by developing an easier way to add spacers, which is what allows for the extra bulk between pages. In addition, the pages themselves are made of heavier paper that doesn’t “flop” when the book is opened. You have the choice of binding your book with ribbon or waxed linen thread.

The result is a beautiful album that accommodates added materials, whether photographs, layers of collage, or other keepsakes. Think of the possibilities. A unique baby book? Or perhaps a guest book for a special event? Take a polaroid photo of each arriving guest, paste it in the album, and let the guest write a personal greeting. What special memories! 

The album is sized to hold 4x6” photos with a caption underneath.

An email will be sent to participants the Monday before the class. Classes with homework may receive pre-class info earlier.  No email? Double check the email address you entered when you registered and your SPAM folder. Due to SPAM filters and inbox settings, we cannot guarantee you will see, read, or open these emails. Two Hands Paperie assumes no responsibility for non-attendance of a class. Contact twohandsclasses@gmail.com with any class questions and see our Class Policies page for more information. 

Class Materials

Please bring the following materials:

• A waterbottle and something to eat during the lunch break
• Optional: apron or wear clothes that could get messy

Class Materials Include:

• Acid free heavyweight paper for pages
  
• Bookboard covers
• Cover paper & decorative paper
• Eyelet hardware + setting tools
• Bookbinding thread or ribbon options
• Punching tools, bookbinding tools, needles, glue stick, etc to use in class
• Glue, brushes, containers etc to use in class

Class Refund/Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made up to 14 days prior to the first class meeting will be refunded or, at the participant's option, used to pay for another class. Two Hands Paperie will retain a $10 processing fee for EACH class cancelled by a participant. After 14 days, there is no refund or credit. In addition, the fee for a class cancelled within this 14-day timeframe by a participant cannot be transferred to pay for another class. These policies are to ensure that teachers are compensated for their investment in materials and in time spent preparing for the class. We reserve the right to cancel a class if fewer than 3 students enroll 48 hours prior to the scheduled class time. If for any reason Two Hands Paperie cancels a class, students will be called at the phone number on file and refunded the FULL class fee.

Instructor Bio

Kristen Law Lewis was bitten by the book-bug in the last semester of her undergrad Studio Art studies at University of Colorado. She’s made all kinds of books since - founding Papercuts Press in 2005. She later pursued artifact conservation, a second love, and earned a degree in Museum Studies. Kristen mixes her time between sculpture, bookmaking, teaching, and caring for museum collections. She has taught bookbinding classes since 2007 and brings a gentle, engaging, and informative approach to guiding class projects.

"My work is largely driven by materials and process. I love the challenge of physically incorporating something special into what I make. Upcycling, repurposing, and reducing waste are key interests in my studio practice. I think a lot about where things come from, and where they are going. I'm enamored with material objects - modifying their past significance to construct a relevance for them today."

Read Two Hands Paperie’s Artist Interview with Kristen

Visit her website at papercutspress.com