Artists' books are books made or conceived by artists. Artists' books that maintain the traditional structure of a book are often known as book art or bookworks, while those that reference the shape of a book are known as book objects. In 2008, the V&A hosted the exhibition Blood on Paper: The Art of the Book.
Artists' Books
Artists' books are books made or conceived by artists. There are fine artists who make books and book artists who produce work exclusively in that medium, as well as illust…
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The Art of the Book
At a time when the notion of the book is challenged by the advent of the screen and computer, there are many extraordinary ways in which the book has been treated by leadin…
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Artists' Books: Interviews with Artists
Artists' book makers Jackie Batey, Sarah Bodman, John Dilnot, Susan Johanknecht, Angela Lorenz and Marshall Weber talk about their work.
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Artists' Books Reading List
An introductory reading list on artists' books. All books listed can also be consulted in the National Art Library at the V&A.
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Mark Hearld's Work Book (Hardcover)
The artist Mark Hearld finds his inspiration in the flora and fauna of the British countryside: a blue-eyed jay perched on an oak branch; two hares en…
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