Friday, June 16, 2006

WNY Book Arts Collaborative Open House




Wednesday July 12, 6-9:30pm
Free event
at: The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum 220 North St at Elmwood.

You are cordially invited to attend an open house and meet up for the Western New York Book Arts Collaborative. This gathering is intended as a social get-together to discuss the WNYBAC and upcoming projects. It is also a chance to see the newly renovated Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum on Elmwood Ave. It is also the first Buffalo appearance of special guest, book artist Andy Farkas who will discuss and show examples of his work.

Mr. Farkas will present an overview of his work as an illustrator, writer, printmaker and book artist. Based in Edinboro, Pennsylvania, Mr. Farkas has spent years on book projects he writes, design illustrates and prints himself. He has upcoming engagements at the Erie Art Museum, Minnesota
Center for the Book and East Carolina University.

6-7:30 opening reception
7:30-8:30 Andy Farkas presentation
8:30-9:30 mingling

Refreshments will be served. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.

RSVP required to richard @ p22.com

Monday, June 05, 2006

WNY Book Arts Collaborative Workshops

As the Western New York Book Arts Collaborative begins its programming and development as an organization, we are pleased to announce new workshops open to the public:

A handcrafted book workshop, a Calligraphy workshop and a Roycroft motto book workshop are now open for registration. Additional workshops to be added soon.