Found Objects Become Book Structures
Saturday, October 23, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, October 24, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Becky Frehse’s Studio
2926 S. Steele Street, 2nd floor
Tacoma, WA 98409
Advance registration is now open to PSBA members
Please read Pandemic Protocols below before clicking here to register
Public registration opens April 16th
Fee: $ 75/members
$110/non-members (includes $35 membership fee)
Materials Fee: $ 20 (due the first day of the workshop)
Instructor: PSBA member and artist Becky Frehse has been teaching visual arts for many years, including at the University of Puget Sound and Pacific Lutheran University. Her busy studio in Tacoma contains a plentiful store of materials and tools for students to access and explore.
Description: Using found objects not typically considered to be book-making materials, artists will explore the possibilities for merging content with sculptural form(s) to create a one-of-a-kind book.
You will use Items assembled from your personal treasures and interests as well as appropriating things from Becky’s stockpile of “great stuff”. Imagination required.
DAY ONE: Exercise/practice in making a book with a “cover” made from materials provided by the instructor. How does the materiality and shape of the unconventional cover inform the possible shape and content of the book? Share your idea(s) with group.
After a one-hour lunch break, a slide show of alternative books and brainstorming. Then, Hunting and Gathering for your own found-object book. Prepare for Day Two; use your sketchbook and collect more stuff you think you might need. Make a plan of action. (It’s OK to change your mind along the way).
DAY TWO: Construction Zone! Materials are accumulated and ideas are busting out all over. You have all day to assemble your work. Clean up is at 3 p.m. group sharing and photos at 3:15 – 4 p.m.
All skill levels are welcome; level of difficulty based on your own technical proficiency.
Participants need to bring basic book binding tools; cutting mat, scissors, x-acto knife, awl, bone folder, ruler, etc. Also, a sketch book and grocery bag-size collection of accumulated stuff* including any paper you might like to use (assorted papers will also be available).
*A list of suggestions will be provided prior to the workshop. Bringing a sack lunch is recommended. Snacks, water, coffee, hot water, microwave, and cooler will be available.
Materials fee: $20
Space is limited to 11 participants, registration is required, payment is due at the time of registration. PSBA does not accept walk-ins to workshops. Becky’s studio is NOT wheelchair accessible.
For a description of PSBA workshop policies please click here.
Pandemic Protocols are in effect for this workshop:
In an effort to keep everyone safe and healthy, PSBA is following CDC guidelines for small in-person gatherings. We require all participants of PSBA in-person workshops and events to be fully vaccinated.
Please stay home if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19. Please contact the workshop/event organizer ASAP if you have to cancel because of illness.
FAQ
Do I need to show proof of vaccination? No, we trust you to be honest and only attend if you have been vaccinated.
Are masks required? Masks are not required, but feel free to wear one if it makes you feel more comfortable.
Will the workshop or event accommodate social distancing? No. Since all attendees will be vaccinated, social distancing will not be implemented.
PSBA will update pandemic-related protocols as the situation changes. Protocols may be different in different venues.
For questions about this workshop email: Becky Frehse beckyfrehse@hotmail.com