What is an artist book?

An artist’s book is a medium of artistic expression that uses the form or function of the “book” as inspiration. Artists’ books embrace a range of approaches often experimenting with different materials to offer new ideas and interpretations of the world.

Workshop with Adrian Lockhart

Friday 13 October 10am-12pm, Manly Library

In celebration of Sydney Craft Week, join artist Adrian Lockhart and explore a concertina style artist book and an introduction to simple book binding for covers.

Experiment with a small blank concertina, inks, charcoal and more.

Limited spaces, bookings essential.

All materials are provided. You are welcome to bring along any additional brushes or pencils to use.

Fully accessible space.

Adrian Lockhart's work is a response to light and line, from figurative to abstract, and covers all media from drawing, printmaking, painting and sculpture.

Browse the Northern Beaches Library Artist Book Collection here.

Library programs terms and conditions apply.

Enquiries: libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Contact the host of Artist Book Workshop with Adrian Lockhart