Week of Events
Call for Entries: Westward Bound II
Westward Bound II | August 17 – September 10, 2023, Denver, Colorado This is a national juried exhibition, open to artists at least 18 years of age. Eligible are any artists’ book-works (editioned or unique) created by an artist working in The American West OR with content that relates to The American West. Selections will […]
Putting Pencil to Pixel with Angy Che
Unlock the power of the iPad to create dynamic, polished, and punchy lettering. No previous Procreate or lettering experience is required. This workshop is for anyone who is interested in bringing words to life through the art of lettering. Although we’ll be using the iPad and Apple Pencil as our main set of tools in […]
SF Design Week
Join us June 6–11th for the 17th Edition of San Francisco Design Week. This years theme is 'Plot Twist' Changing the way the story unfolds To shape the future, we need to embrace change — a key concept in the history of the Bay Area. San Francisco is a city built on twists and turns. Whether […]
Call for Proposals | Bill Stewart Project Award
The Bill Stewart Project Award was established to honor the legacy of Bill Stewart, a longtime supporter and dealer of contemporary fine press and artists’ books. In service to Bill’s fascination with the physical attributes of the book, CBAA invites members to submit proposals for the Bill Stewart Project Award in Book Arts, which provides […]
Webinar: What Should I Already Be Doing About Accessibility?
Webinar: What Should I Already Be Doing About Accessibility?
Learn what publishers around the world are already doing about making digital content accessible. Everything from the submitted manuscript all the way to the end reader is impacted. This session will give you the facts, the tips, and the tricks, to bring you organization up to speed. PubWest Board Member Curtis Key of Books International will be […]
Richard Poulin presents Rational Simplicity: Rudolph De Harak, Graphic Designer
Richard Poulin presents Rational Simplicity: Rudolph De Harak, Graphic Designer
As a part of San Francisco Design Week, SEGD San Francisco and AIGA San Francisco are joining together for a really exciting event! Please save the date Thursday June 8th at 6pm for a special in-person evening with SEGD Fellow and award-winning designer, educator, author, and artist Richard Poulin. Richard will be discussing his new […]
Latino Book and Family Festival
Latino Book and Family Festival
Join the San Diego County Latino Book and Family Festival! Featuring over 100 exhibitors, bilingual activities and workshops, authors, signed books, and health, education, and financial empowerment. Come celebrate with us.
Craft & the Creative Life: How to Find Your Writing Community
Craft & the Creative Life: How to Find Your Writing Community
No man is an island, and no writer should go it alone. Joining a writing community, such as a writer’s workshop, critique group, or co-working space, can not only offer inspiration and companionship, but also ongoing feedback from other writers who can improve your craft. We’ve gathered leaders from Bay Area Queer Writers Association (BAQWA), Left […]
Introduction to Bookbinding for Adults
Introduction to Bookbinding for Adults
ABM is delighted to have Mexican bookbinder and teacher Dulce Maria Luna, offer this four-hour workshop for adults 18 and up. Students will learn about the elements that make up a book, and the materials and tools used in its construction and care. Bookbinding is a traditional craft that is still practiced today. In this […]
Craft & the Creative Life: Finding Time to Write
Craft & the Creative Life: Finding Time to Write
Do you ever wish you’d have a full day to devote to your writing? Or a full week? Or a full month? That’s the gift of the writing residency. You don’t have to be a published, prize-winning author to book a residency, work on your craft, and meet fellow authors. This panel features authors who’ve […]