Since 1983 the Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild has worked to support the development of the book arts in Canada. This web site is dedicated to that effort. The book arts include bookbinding, artists' books, papermaking, calligraphy, letterpress printing and typography, wood engraving, paper decorating, restoration, and conservation.
EXPLORING MAP FOLDS with stephanie wolffOnline, Tuesday, MAY 14, 2024, 5 PM - 8PM EDTHow do you bind maps or other large flat paper into smaller books? This workshop will cover ways to approach this situation. We will make a series of map folds and bind them into a simple softcover structure as a useful reference for future work. We will talk about the possibilities and limitations of fitting large paper into smaller books and discuss a variety of solutions. $100 members, $160 nonmembers. Registration cut off is MAY 7 - don't miss out! |
The Laced Paper Case Binding with Andrew HuotOnline, Wednesday, May 22, 2024 6-9 PM (EDT)In this workshop, we will explore the laced case paper binding. The pages are sewn on paper tapes for the sewing supports. When the supports are laced into the paper cover it makes a flexible and strong attachment between the text block and cover. Your finished book will open well, making it ideal to use as a sketchbook or journal. Cost: $65 members, $!25 nonmembers. Registration information |
$630 members / $485 student members / $690 non-members Materials: $70 payable to instructor | Bookbinding 1 INTENSIVE with Barbara HelanderIn person, August 11 - 16, 2024, 9.00 a.m. - 5 p.m., in Caledon East ONThis workshop is an introduction to the craft of bookbinding. During six days. Participants will receive instruction on how to use a variety of tools and will learn about bookbinding materials in general. The workshop starts with the making of a few simple pamphlet structures and culminates with the binding of two case-bound, flat-back books. The workshop will provide participants with the knowledge and skills they need to explore bookbinding independently or pursue further education in the field. This workshop is the first of the CBBAG core curriculum workshops and is a prerequisite for many other workshops. |
Kindred Spirits: The Lucy Maud Montgomery Legacy as Interpreted by Contemporary Book ArtistsVisit the exhibition's website: kindred-spirits-bookarts.com The Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild gratefully acknowledges the support of the Government of Canada: Facebook, Instagram and Youtube (for exclusive lecture recording, BEYOND ANNE OF GREEN GABLES presented by Kathy Wasylenky from Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario). |
Lunch & Tour of the LeaskDale Manseformer home of L.M.Montgomery11850 Durham Regional Road 1, Leaskdale ON L0C 1C0 Saturday, July 27, 2024, 11.30 a.m.Click to register: Admission: $20 each (includes lunch and then a tour of the manse)
Lunch includes a salad, sandwich, tea, and scone for dessert |
BOOKBINDINGWHAT IS IT?Work & HobbyBookbinding consists of many different types of work, particularly in North America where it can be difficult to specialize and make a living. Read More | MagazineEXTENSIVE LIBRARYPublicationBook Arts arts du livre Canada is published twice a year. It features book arts events, book artists, book and exhibition reviews, technical articles, and historical essays. Read More | EDUCATIONRESOURCESARTISTS & BOOKBINDERSCBBAG has a few curated lists of resources that we think will be of use to bookbinders and book artists. Read More |