So from 2d to 3d. That was the overall theme of the day using the papers we made yesterday. The tutor showed us some ideas and basic structural techniques to make different book forms – based on folding, rolling and scrolling. It was really interesting how everyone took very different approaches to putting their books together. Some worked with a “traditional” idea of a book – cover, content, pages etc. And others were keener to use the idea of a book as object.
I tried to make a range of samples, using each of the techniques the tutoe demonstrated and expanded on them with my own knowledge. I carried on with my theme of mapping and ended up with a loose series on “which way is up?”.
First one was reinforced paper with some scrolls. This would be great for old fashioned book covers as well as more sculptural stuff.
Next were some samples using concertina folds, my favourite was this one with little pockets.
We also got the sewing kits out and did some basic bookbinding, I did a sample based on a set of clock prints. This came out a bit fan-like but is a neat technique. There are a range of different stitches that would work well here.
The next set of samples were rolls, one I did with some weaving (I really like this one) and another based on navigational ideas.
My favourite piece was my final one – which I am calling a 3d poem!
looks like a good days work!