San Francisco Center for the Book

This class will introduce you to traditional and contemporary ways to create handmade books using decorative papers and stab binding. We will start by creating our own papers using various surface design techniques. Students will then be shown the classic Japanese stab binding process and a selection of more complex bindings incorporating symbols, and lettering.

Pages can be embellished with stamping and collage; pockets created within the books can store mementos like postcards, tickets, and notes.

These books make great travel journals, they are light and easy to carry, and can be made from any papers at hand. I never travel without one!

Prerequisite:
None

Tools/Materials to bring:
Optional: decorative papers or ephemera to use in/on your book.

About the Instructor:
Stephanie Jucker (she/her) is an exhibiting artist who uses mixed media and printing techniques in her paintings, books, and art installations. Originally from London where she earned her BFA, Stephanie has an MFA from Syracuse in painting, printmaking, and ceramics. With 25 years of teaching experience, she currently runs art classes at College of Marin, Kala, and Art Works Downtown in San Rafael.