Welcome, I hope you enjoy viewing my artist books. I am developing many more ideas, so check yearly to see what's new.
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Vocabulary of Book Form
This work describes the basic vocabulary defining an artist book, while visually challenging the idea of 'book' structure. A viewer actively pieces together the text, which is written in an order that a reader might generally become aware of these details in any artist book. This interaction and description allows a viewer to more fully appreciate the expressive choices a book artist makes while creating. |
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Technical Description
Prose, lettering, page decoration, binding & box by Joelle Leavitt Webber of Mermaid Bindery, Westport Island, Maine 2017 Scrolls, Arches Text Wove with gouache hand lettered prose on gouache hand painted paste paper, attached to puzzle pieces that must be assembled to read. Box, cloth covered binders board, in-set gouache hand lettered title on gouache hand painted paste paper with Katie MacGregor paper and pasted puzzle pieces, built in holes for individual closed scrolls, slot for assembled scroll puzzle pieces, found metal pegs, found hard wood scroll opening wand - drilled to attach puzzle piece button, Katie MacGregor hand made paper paste downs - with hand stitched design and pasted puzzle pieces, Midare metallic paper. Special thanks & Colophon pamphlet book, gouache hand lettered on gouache hand painted paste paper, Katie MacGregor hand made paper cover with hand stitched design and pasted puzzle piece, sewn with metallic thread, in-set under the box top, signed, numbered and dated by the artist / author. Instructions, computer printed on Arches Text Wove and pasted under the pamphlet book. Copyright protected. |
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Vocabulary of Book Form
"Combining a written work with visual composition, for a viewer to closely handle, is a multifaceted puzzle. Every piece is designed to enhance the artist book's content. The protective box, labeled with the title, serves as an artful introduction. Piecing together the book aligns pagination. Paper and other materials are carefully chosen. Carrying a reader across the threshold of binding structure, to be enveloped in the folds of text. There is unique expression in the style ..." Edition of 11 10 remaining $3,200 Closed: 12.75” across x 10.5” tall x 2.75" deep Opened: 28.75” across x 10.5” tall x 2.75" deep |
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YULETIDE LUMINARY series
• Dark of Winter • Celebration • Returning Light Holiday decorations that pare away philosophical differences and focus on common traditions. Sentiments that help us thrive through the challenges of our darkest season. Dark of Winter, in Alpine-glow colors of a winter sunset, speaks on contemplating the past year. Celebration, painted with evergreens, reminds us of joys to be found during the season. Returning Light, in spring sunrise colors, urges us to think hopefully on the coming year. |
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Technical Description
Prose, lettering, page decoration, binding & box by Joelle Leavitt Webber of Mermaid Bindery, Westport Island, Maine 2016 Carousel books, 5 points, four layers, magnet closure. - Katie MacGregor hand made paper with hand stitched metalic thread on hand cut skyline - Midare metallic papers, in silver and/or gold, to reflect the candle light - White Vellum paper with 5-10 unique hand cut snowflakes - Somerset Laid with gouache hand lettered prose on gouache hand painted paste paper Pentagonal boxes, cloth covered binders board, in-set gouache hand lettered title on gouache hand painted paste paper, slip case for closed book in back, pedestal for open book with five in-set flame-less LED candles on top, lined with Midare metallic paper for added luminosity while on display during the holidays. Colophon, gouache hand lettered on gouache hand painted paste paper, in-set under the box top, signed, numbered and dated by the artist / author. Copyright protected. |
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DARK OF WINTER
"Nights lengthen. The earth is tucked under a crystalline blanket. Snow reflects the sun's meager winter light, as we reflect on the old year. The weary land rests, and we use this dark season for contemplation and rejuvenation." Edition of 11 10 remaining $2,750 Closed book: 5.5“ wide x 6.5“ tall x .75” deep Opened book: 10.25“ across x 6.5" tall Closed box: 12” across x 3” tall Opened box: 12” across x 4.25” tall Full presentation: 12” across x 10.75” tall |
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CELEBRATION
"Evergreens stand sentinel over the snowy north, reminding us how life continues in this cold landscape. We decorate boughs, gathering their sweet and pungent life into our homes. In the warmth of lit candles and hearths, we gather with loved ones. Joyfully celebrating all we hold dear." Edition of 11 10 remaining $3,000 Closed book: 4.75“ wide x 8.5” tall x .75” deep Opened book: 8.5" tall x 9.25“ across Closed box: 11” across x 3” tall Opened box: 11” across x 4.25” tall Full presentation: 11” across x 13” tall |
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RETURNING LIGHT
"The solstice arrives, a promise of lengthening days. Our hearts are warmed with hopes for a bright new year. We rest content, knowing when Spring returns, we will move forward into life." Edition of 11 10 remaining $2,500 Closed book: 4.25“ wide x 5“ tall x .75 deep Opened book: 8“ across x 5" tall Closed box: 10” across x 3” tall Opened box: 10” across x 4.25” tall Full presentation: 10” across x 9.75” tall |
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Mermaid Bindery I Westport Island, Maine I (207) 350.0935 I mermaidlady@gwi.net