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Writing, Printing, Bookmaking

ENGL 122.301
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An introduction to creative writing for artists’ books and bookmaking projects. Students will learn numerous handmade book techniques and complete exercises on writing in conversation with book forms, as well as learn the basics of handset type and the letterpress. Field trips to local exhibitions, the Rare Books Library’s collection of artists book, and both creative and historical readings will complement the course. Students will complete a “book” project as part of their final exam.

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