CBAA Event+Opportunities Calendar

This calendar includes CBAA Events+Opportunities, Other Events, Workshops, Calls for Entry, and Openings. To submit a listing to this page, please email public_relations@collegebookart.org. There is no charge for listings, which will be updated within a week of submission. If possible, please include a .jpg of a logo or image to be included in the listing.

Upcoming events

11 Oct 2023 • Rollins College, Winter Park, FL
01 Mar 2024 • University of Virginia, online
01 Mar 2024 • Western Oregon University-Monmouth, OR.
07 Jun 2024 (EDT) • Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida

Upcoming events

    • 11 Oct 2023
    • 07 Jun 2024
    • Rollins College, Winter Park, FL


    Critical Reading: Book Art in Dialogue with the Collection

    June 7–8, 2024
    Co-hosts: Prof. Rachel Simmons (Rollins College), Prof. Ben Rinehart (Lawrence University)

    Under the theme Critical Reading, the 2024 CBAA biennial meeting will include a keynote presentation, a members meeting, a museum exhibition featuring CBAA members’ work, papermaking and community zine activities, as well as a field trip to Flying Horse Editions. This gathering, held in person at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida June 7–8, 2024, presents an opportunity for our community to reconnect in person for the first time since January of 2020. The exhibition, Critical Reading: Book Art in Dialogue with the Collection will be on view at the Rollins Museum of Art with an exclusive evening reception for attendees. The exhibition will explore the ways in which text—whether literally or metaphorically—functions as image and vice versa, and will feature text-centric works from the Rollins Book Arts Collection, the Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art and juried submissions from CBAA members. Members can submit works for consideration until September 28th through Submittable. Board and member meetings will also be conducted as well as a papermaking activity with Ben Rinehart, and a collaborative typewriter zine project with members of the Book Arts Guild of Central Florida. Attendees will also have the chance to tour downtown Winter Park, view contemporary art at the Alfond Inn, and visit Flying Horse Editions in downtown Orlando for happy hour printing and an exhibition of artists’ books presented by David Benjamin and Chris Saclolo from The University of Central Florida’s Library Special Collections.


    • 01 Mar 2024
    • 31 Mar 2024
    • MCBA



    Artist Collective Studio Fellowship (in person)

    Minnesota Center for Book Arts


    Position Description:

    Minnesota Center for Book Arts is seeking applications for five Artist Collective Studio Fellowship positions. The Artist Collective Studio Fellowship offers studio access and membership in MCBA’s Artist Collective for one year in exchange for 12–16 hours of work per month in MCBA’s studios during Studio Labs, a weekly equipment access opportunity for those with prior training. Studio Fellows support MCBA’s Studio Technician with studio and equipment maintenance, studio improvement projects, maintaining a clean and tidy workspace for artists, assisting Studio Lab participants with any questions or equipment issues, and occasional MCBA administrative tasks. Studio Fellows are important ambassadors to MCBA’s artist community and play a key role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment.

    To Apply

    Please submit the following to Molly Poganski, Studio Technician, at mpoganski@mnbookarts.org by Monday, March 4, 2024 at 11:59pm CT. 

    • An email explaining why you’d like to join the MCBA community as a Studio Fellow and information about your experience working in one or more of the following processes: letterpress, papermaking, screen printing, paper marbling, and/or bookbinding.

    • A resume (including information about any relevant training in book arts)

    • Name & contact information for two references

    • A link to a website or social media page with at least 3 images of recent work, or 35 images of recent work that demonstrate your experience in one or more of the following processes: letterpress, papermaking, screen printing, paper marbling, and/or bookbinding. 

    *Please include the title “Studio Fellowship 2024” in the subject line of the email. 

    *Applicants may be offered a virtual interview

    About Studio Labs

    MCBA’s Studio Labs provide access to studios and equipment outside of workshops. Participants enjoy fellowship with other makers as they work on independent projects in the bindery, wet studios, and print studios. Studio Fellows answer questions and support Lab participants as needed. Participants register in advance and must have adequate training to work independently. Studio Labs are held on Tuesdays (59pm) and one Saturday (10am4pm) per month.

    Qualifications

    • Intermediate or advanced-level experience working in at least one of the following processes: letterpress, screen printing, papermaking, paper marbling, and bookbinding

    • Consistent in-person availability on Tuesdays from 58pm or 69pm and one Saturday per month from 10am4pm. This is a year-long commitment and requires dependable attendance.

    • Flexibility and willingness to support a variety of tasks as needed (such as moving furniture for an upcoming workshop, providing equipment demonstrations, and cleaning and organizing the studios)

    • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

    • This is an in-person position. Applicants must be able to reliably get to and from Minnesota Center for Book Arts.

    Desirable Skills

    • Multilingual

    • Carpentry, woodworking, and other handyperson skills

    • Knowledge of other artistic disciplines and/or community studio spaces


    While current members of the MCBA community are invited to apply, it is our goal to grow the organization through this position, specifically by offering emerging artists an opportunity to both teach and learn in MCBA’s studios.


    Fellowship Dates & Schedule

    Studio Fellowships run from April 30, 2024 through May 27, 2025, with Fellows working approximately 1216 hours per month. Initial orientation will take place April 30, 2024. Candidates must be available on Tuesday evenings from 58pm or 69pm and one Saturday per month (typically the first Saturday of the month) from 10am4pm. Note: Fellows work one day per week. When there is a Saturday Studio Lab, there is no Lab the Tuesday prior.

    Benefits

    • One year membership to MCBA’s Artist Collective, which provides 24-hour access to studios, equipment, tools, and library

    • Equipment training in MCBA’s studios

    • A year-long MCBA membership, which includes a 10% discount on workshop tuition (not materials fees) and all retail products in the Shop 

    • Storage space, including one locker and one flat file

    • The opportunity to show work in the annual Artist Collective exhibition at the end of the Fellowship, Summer 2025

    • The opportunity to participate in art-share sessions with MCBA staff and Artist Collective members

    • 70/30 consignment-split on accepted work in The Shop at MCBA



    Covid Safety Protocols

    Minnesota Center for Book Arts is committed to fostering a healthy and safe environment for all visitors. We follow the current CDC and Minnesota Department of Health guidelines related to the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time, masks are no longer required. Those who prefer to wear masks are very welcome to wear them, and masks are available for those who would like one. See MCBA’s full COVID protocols for more information.


    We prioritize a culture of equity, inclusion, and care for self and community. 

    We encourage participants with diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.


    • 01 Mar 2024
    • 01 Jul 2024
    • Western Oregon University-Monmouth, OR.



    The 15th Focus on Book Arts conference offers five full days of workshops that appeal to beginning as well as advanced book artists. Workshops are taught by renowned, professional instructors in the fields of bookbinding, printing, decorative papers, paper making, book art, and more. This year’s event will be held at Western Oregon University in Monmouth, OR.

    This year's classes include:
    Intensive Marbling on Paper and Fabric; Collage Techniques for Altered Books; Creativity, Collage, and Coptic Stitch; Art Bound-Binding Techniques for Single Sheets; Hanji: Hand and Vat; Drawing & Lettering Sketchbook; Intro to Artist Books; Exploring Embroidery on Paper; Beaded Miniature Books; Water Media Approaches for Book Structures; Coptic Cross Stitch Journal; The Unfolding Box Book; Interlocked–Woven Paper in Book Arts; Funky Foldy: Fun Structures for the Studio or Classroom; Writing in the Blanks; Block Printed Flag Books: A Creative Fusion; Solar Plate Etching and Monotype Workshop; Native Plant Transfer Printmaking; Indigo Dyeing Fabric and Paper; Movable Magic: The Animating Binding; Stick Binding, and more!

    You will find detailed workshop information inside the online catalog, as well as information on housing and other conference activities. The conference attracts over 200 book and paper artists from around the world. There are five workshop days, a Trade Show, an Artists’ Fair, a Faculty-Staff Exhibition, and several evening events. FOBA is an excellent opportunity for community, networking, and learning new skills. Workshop registration will open online on March 4, 2024, at 8 AM (PST). Many classes fill to capacity quickly.

    For More Information:

    https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=foba

    https://www.instagram.com/focusonbookarts/

    About Focus on Book Arts

    Focus on Book Arts is a group of book artists dedicated to making book arts educational experiences available to all. They are a 501(c)3 non-profit with an all-volunteer staff. Please see the website for more information.



    • 15 Mar 2024
    • 23 Jun 2024
    • Wells College Aurora, NY


    What will you make this summer? Join Wells Book Arts Center for Summer Institute in Aurora-on-Cayuga, NY. Explore our lakeside studios in close-knit, intensive workshops taking place June 9 - 15 & June 16 - 22.

    Information and registration: at wellsbookartscenter.org or https://bit.ly/bookarts2024.
    Internships, scholarships, and a standby program are available.

    Book Workshops:
    Design in the Details: Bookbinding Adaptations & Variations with Stephanie Wolff

    Folding and Sewing: Exploring Combinations and Collaboration within Book Arts with Erin Sweeney

    Life Beyond the Single Sheet - Marbling and Book Making with Leslie A. Grossman

    Calligraphy:
    GET MEDIEVAL! Calligraphy Workshop with Grendl Löfkvist

    Papermaking & Paper Decoration:
    Papermaking: Creative Techniques and Self-Expression with Candy Alexandra González

    Life Beyond the Single Sheet - Marbling and Book Making with Leslie A. Grossman
    Pulp Painting Intensive with Meg Black

    Printing:
    Cutting Edge: Woodcut and Movable Type Poster Workshop with Martin Mazorra
    GET MEDIEVAL! Calligraphy Workshop with Grendl Löfkvist

    Risobookapalooza with Josh Dannin
    Wood Engraving for Artists, Illustrators, and Miniature Print Lovers with Rebecca Gilbert
    • 07 Jun 2024
    • (EDT)
    • 09 Jun 2024
    • 10:00 AM (EDT)
    • Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida
    • 136
    Register

    2024 CBAA Annual Meeting at Rollins College in Winter Park, FL

    Critical Reading: Book Art in Dialogue with the Collection

    June 7–8, 2024
    Co-hosts: Prof. Rachel Simmons (Rollins College), Prof. Ben Rinehart (Lawrence University)

    Under the theme Critical Reading, the 2024 CBAA biennial meeting will include a keynote presentation, a members meeting, a museum exhibition featuring CBAA members’ work, papermaking and community zine activities, as well as a field trip to Flying Horse Editions. This gathering, held in person at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida June 7–8, 2024, presents an opportunity for our community to reconnect in person for the first time since January of 2020. The exhibition, Critical Reading: Book Art in Dialogue with the Collection will be on view at the Rollins Museum of Art with an exclusive evening reception for attendees. The exhibition will explore the ways in which text—whether literally or metaphorically—functions as image and vice versa, and will feature text-centric works from the Rollins Book Arts Collection, the Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art and juried submissions from CBAA members. Members can submit works for consideration until September 28th through Submittable. Board and member meetings will also be conducted as well as a papermaking activity with Ben Rinehart, and a collaborative typewriter zine project with members of the Book Arts Guild of Central Florida. Attendees will also have the chance to tour downtown Winter Park, view contemporary art at the Alfond Inn, and visit Flying Horse Editions in downtown Orlando for happy hour printing and an exhibition of artists’ books presented by David Benjamin and Chris Saclolo from The University of Central Florida’s Library Special Collections.

    Registration and Membership is required and Donations are welcome.
    Questions? Contact Meetings and Programs at meetings@collegebookart.org.

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