I recently visited the Clifton School of Arts to view an exhibition entitled Prelude: Artists’ Books Now. The 37 participants showcased some very innovative pieces, both in content and construction. Here are a few.
The one above really took my fancy. My husband, being French, took a minute to understand the title, but he got it. I fully relate to the sentiments expressed as I’m always wondering how to show my books in the best way.
Bottom row – Left: Peter Ward, Fruitcake Finn At World’s End Falls, 2021 Right: Alan Purdom, SHHHHHH – Silence
Other gallery shots:
Tactual Textiles by Claire 
they look stunning. I wish I had known when it was on. Happy holidays to you too, H
It was a very short exhibition, Helen, and I was lucky to get down there myself. Some beautiful pieces and I hope to be invited to exhibit with them next time.
Have a lovely Christmas and New Year.
Best regards, Claire.
You also Claire. I look forward to following your works in the next year. Hopefully our paths shall cross more often.
Thanks for the inspiration this past year, H
It looks like a wonderful exhibition that highlights the variety of materials and formats that are used for artists books.
There was such a wide variety of pieces, Dinah, some of which I wouldn’t even have thought to include as ‘books’ but they all worked and it showed how different artists interpret the same message. A very interesting and informative experience. I’m hoping to exhibit with them in the future, if I get invited!
I really enjoyed this exhibition, I did not not realise how many styles of books there were!