Book Paper Scissors this Saturday!

Join some of DVC's own at...

Saturday, December 8, 2012; 10am–4pm

Parkway Central Library

Free Library of Philadelphia
1901 Vine Street

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Book Paper Scissors is an artists' book fair featuring prints, artists' books, handmade paper, zines, origami, blank books, paper sculpture, and jewelry, made by local artists. 

If it's paper-based art, it's here. Come and buy, or just be inspired! You will find hundreds of affordable and interesting gifts for everyone on your list by artists working in different disciplines at all price levels. This is a great opportunity to view and even handle unique works of art, to shop locally, and to purchase items crafted by hand. 

 

Free Workshops:

A Tale of Two Pamphlets with Erin Paulson 11 am-12 pm

 

Thaumatropes: Victorian era toys for kids with J. Pascoe and Erin Malkowski 2 pm-3 pm

Emily Martin Workshop

Movables in a Book Format

A Workshop with Emily Martin

Sunday, November 4, 2012

10 am to 5 pm

Library Company of Philadelphia

1314 Locust Street

 

The earliest movables date from the 13th century, developed by a Benedictine monk, Matthew Paris in Herefordshire, England. The form called a volvelle from the Latin verb volvere, meaning “to turn or roll around” was used to coordinate religious dates and even to predict the future. The form has endured to this day. In addition to volvelles, there are other versatile movables such as turning wheels, Victorian wheels, slides and dissolves. The class will make models of all the structures and there can be a discussion of the compensations needed to incorporate the elements into a book.

$100 (members)   $125 (non-members)   $10 Materials fee

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