The mission of the Puget Sound Book Artists is to further the knowledge, practice and understanding of the art of the book by means of educational activities including but not limited to lectures, workshops, and exhibits.
Collins Memorial Library
(June 4–August 1, 2024)
and The Evergreen State College
(September 29–December 20)
Opening Reception Thursday, June 6, 4:30 PM–6:30 PM
“The PSBA Annual Members’ Exhibition is now a summer tradition at the Collins Library and in Tacoma,” says Retired Library Director and PSBA Vice-President Jane Carlin. “Each June, we eagerly await the arrival of the curatorial team to work their magic in staging the exhibition. And we are never disappointed! This year we are particularly excited to see the books as the exhibition’s theme is 'TIME TRAVEL'. As always, you are encouraged to think broadly in your interpretation. You’re free to travel backwards or forwards or even sideways. This can be a personal journey to the past or you can envision a whole world of the future.
For additional information regarding the exhibition, send inquiries to psba.exhibition@pugetsoundbookartists.org
PSBA Meet and Greet
Wednesday August 21, 2024 12:00 - 1:30 pm
Bainbridge BARN
Bonnie Julien and Jane Carlin, along with members of the BARN Print and Book Arts Studio
Presenter Bio: Bonnie Julien is the PSBA member that started our annual book exchange. Over the years, she has participated in a number of book exchanges, many with the NORBAG organization: North Redwoods Book Arts Guild. Bonnie has generously gifted some of her books to Collins Library and this spring donated a "treasure trove" of exchange books to BARN to serve as inspiration to artists.
Event Description: This is an informal gathering to view the amazing, whimsical, fun, and inspiring exchange books gifted to BARN from Bonnie and to learn about her experiences with NORBAG and book exchanges. We will have lemonade and cookies on hand and plan brief remarks at 12:30. We also encourage all attendees to bring your own inspiration book for display.
Also a reminder that BIMA has a wonderful book arts exhibit on display: A Radical Alteration: Women's Studio Workshop as a Sustainable Model for Art Making. BIMA is just a short drive from BARN, so even if you are not from Kitsap or close to Bainbridge, think of a great day out!
PSBA thanks BARN for supporting this collaborative meeting. Learn more about BARN membership by visiting the homepage. bainbridgebarn.org
Questions? Contact Jane Carlin @carlinjane@gmail.com
Workshop: Coptic and French Link Stitch Binding
Saturday, September 14, 2024, 10:00 AM–4:30 PM
Becky Frehse’ Studio in Tacoma
Workshop fee: Members $90.00 Non-Members: $125.00
Registration is Required
Instructor Bio:
Ann Storey, PhD, loves to teach and share her enthusiasm for art. She is Faculty Emerita at The Evergreen State College where she taught art history, art and interdisciplinary classes for many years. She also managed performing and visual art programs in north central Washington and the Pacific Northwest for over ten years. She does book arts, watercolor painting, mosaics and ceramics. She loves to garden, hike, travel and kayak.
Workshop Description:
Create a beautiful, functional sewn book that can be used as a personal journal, sketchbook, travel book or a special gift. The Coptic stitched book is one of the earliest forms of the codex. We will alternate the Coptic stitch with the French Link stitch to create a book with a decorative exposed binding. The finished book is extremely sturdy and easy to use since it lies completely flat when opened. Once you learn the technique you can vary the size of the book to almost any dimension and use almost any type of paper-making it a versatile structure. Each student will leave with a completed blank book filled with 80 lb. Strathmore drawing paper and a handsome cover. All materials will be provided.
*Becky Frehse’ Studio in Tacoma, address and directions will be sent to participants prior to the workshop. Please note that the studio is on the second floor and there is no elevator.
Workshop Fee: $90
**Note: We have a scholarship available for anyone interested in taking a larger workshop, but the cost is prohibitive. Follow the link to the form!**psba.formstack.com/forms/psba workshop_scholarship_form
Tool List:
Bag lunch, snacks and beverages for the day
Apron (optional)
Bone folder
Pencil and notebook
Punching cradle or an old telephone book or paperback book
Glue brush
Awl or needle tool
Large coffee table book (at least 9” x 12”) to use as a weight
Ann will bring extra needle tools, bone folders and glue brushes for anyone who does not have these tools
Questions? Contact Dorothy McCuistion @ dorothykmc@gmail.com
PSBA 6th Annual Book Exchange
Sunday, October 6, 2014 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Collins Memorial Library (Main Floor meeting Room)
Abbie Birmingham & Debbi Commodore
The 6th Annual PSBA Book Exchange is an opportunity to exchange your artist book with another artist. This year’s theme is “Threads.” There are many possibilities with the theme—“thread the needle,” “threads of a river,” “threads of a life,” “threading your way through the maze.” And, of course, there are endless ways to incorporate actual thread in your book!
The rules are simple. Create a book using the theme and join us for the exchange at the in-person event on October 6th (2–4pm) at Collins Library (main floor meeting room). Your name/book will be randomly paired with another participating artist and in exchange you receive a book from a randomly selected participating artist. Books from previous annual exchanges have been amazing! For inspiration, visit the PSBA website to view images of the books from the past few years.
To participate complete the online registration form by September 30th. You do not need to attend the in-person exchange to participate. Registration form LINK.
We hope you’ll feel inspired to join in. It is an inspirational to see the books created with the theme and you will get to add a fabulous new book to your collection!
Questions? Contact Abbie Birmingham @abbiemi5274@gmail.com
Please contact us at info@pugetsoundbookartists.org to learn more about the Puget Sound Book Artists or if you have a question about our organization!