Today I went to the Tetley, to see the 20th International Contemporary Artist's Book Fair. During this trip, I was inspired by many of the publications which were presented. Especially the way the book's layout, binding methods, colour scheme and specifically the use of words/typefaces used.
Everything in the exhibition was very interesting to look at, I especially liked the publications that had a simple yet powerful approach. This is sort of style of work is something which I am interested to further develop not only in my own work but also personal work. There were many floors that showed these various types of publications, some were more complex than others and some were just simple.
I like the craftsmanship within the publication as it all varied in what the artist personal talent or signature of work. For example, many did paper stencil work (making the paper appear 3D), calligraphy of different languages, choice of colours (pastel, vivid, dark and light) and especially the one which has a story behind it meaning.
From what I can take from this visit experience is the way the publication have been made by the these publications have been constructed together. There are so many ways of putting a book together and how it opens. I believe I will try and use these techniques for other briefs which could become a good publication. Next is the art style of the publication, some had some illustrations, others collages, many ripping and tearing, laser printing and the so much more.
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