ARTIST BOOKSSculptural books
on natural themes from personal prose & classical poetry. |
Binding sERVICESPersonalize, present
& protect your books, prints, photographic portfolios & most treasured objects. |
tHE ShedAn honor system
craft shed full of book crafts, knit wearables & whimsical creatures. |
CLASSESCommunity fun!
Passing on binding techniques & the joy of playing with paper. |
MERMAID BINDERY
Tucked in the heart of MidCoast Maine, Mermaid Bindery offers original Artist Books, as well as Book Binding & Box Building services for fellow creators, Handmade Crafts in the shed, and Workshops designed for many communities. JOELLE WEBBER
Showing an early interest in the book arts, Joelle had the good fortune to learn from many talents in the field. |
She began her career providing binding support in other's studios. In 2000, she earned a certificate degree from the Iowa Center for the Book, then home to set up her own studio.
For many years, Mermaid Bindery traveled throughout the state, selling at craft fairs, while continuing to bind for clients at home. More recently, Joelle has transitioned away from craft shows towards teaching & creating her artist books. Combining her forty years of collected binding techniques with her love of philosophy, nature, writing and sculpture. |
Mermaid Bindery I Westport Island, Maine I mermaidlady @ gwi . net I Please email to join my mailing list.