Back to All Events

Single-Page Book Extravaganza

  • Posted In: Workshop, Virtual, Beginner, Binding and Box Making
  • Wednesday, June 4; 5–8pm CT

    Single-page books or flutter-fold books, as they are affectionately called, are extremely versatile for making small books, zines, short greetings, or an interesting format for a letter.

    These book structures–created by folding paper, cutting and then folding again–allow you to explore simple elements of origami combined with principles of bookbinding. These small wonders can be used as one-offs or combined in multiples to create book structures that twist, turn, and expand on the already interesting structures of single-page books. In this single-session virtual workshop, learn how to fold a series of at least ten single-page book models, as well as other folded structures (if time allows) that can be incorporated or used independently in future binding and art projects.

    Level: Beginner. All skill levels are welcome.
    Certificate: 3 hours, Category A


    Pricing

    $90/participant (10% discount for MCBA members)

    $45 for BIPOC/Financial scholarship (10% discount for MCBA members)

    MCBA offers two scholarship types for workshops—Financial Hardship Scholarships and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Scholarships—to honor equity and increase access and artistic opportunities for those who have historically been underrepresented in the book arts. For individuals to whom these scholarships do not apply, register at the Adult rate and, if you are able, consider making a donation when registering to support MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available.


    What you'll need to participate

    Tech requirements: For this participatory virtual workshop we recommend joining on a laptop or desktop computer with a camera and microphone, if possible. You will receive step-by-step instructions for downloading Zoom (it’s free!) and accessing the workshop online approximately 2 days before the workshop’s start date. 

    Materials: You are responsible for sourcing your own materials from the materials list. You are welcome to reach out to teaching artists with questions about materials in advance of the workshop (contact information is listed on the materials list).

    Please note: Registration closes 5/30 at midnight (CT).


    Previous
    Previous
    June 4

    Unfolding Narratives: Writing for Artists' Books

    Next
    Next
    June 5

    Rebus: Image as Riddle