ART 288 - at ISGV VENICE AND THE BOOK

Institution:

Connecticut College

Subject:

Description:

Students will be introduced to book production before and after the invention of movable type. Readings, lectures and visits to libraries and private collections in Venice will supplement studio work time. Students will consider the book critically and aesthetically as an entire multifaceted object. Practical demonstrations will take place regarding materials, binding, writing, printing and layout techniques essential for production of the artist book.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.connecticutcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 447-1911

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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