GD 265 - Bookbinding I

Institution:

Montserrat College of Art

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Description:

3 credits This course is focused around the book as structure, object and information. In the first half of the semester, students create models of basic binding structures (focusing mostly on the codex structure) - one model per week. Homework and projects during this time involve creating content filled books based on the structure leaned during the week. These books/homework projects serve as not only practice in binding, but also as "sketches" of production of ideas that could be expanded on or refined in the projects later in the semester. Structures covered include link stitch, long stitch, Coptic, Japanese style and case bindings, as well as other structures for one and multiple signatures; different approaches to the "cover" are also addressed. Throughout, use and choice of materials, adhesives and tools are emphasized. Students provide content, which for those who have taken Elements 1 may be produced through letterpress printing. In the second half, students work on the individual projects based on structures learned up to that point. Field trip to working print shops and binderies. Prerequisites: Drawing I, 2-D Design and LTT Elective; or Permission of Instructor Fulfills: Graphic Design Elective (Graphic Design students); Studio Elective

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.montserrat.edu/

Phone Number:

(978) 921-4242

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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