International Traveling Exhibition of Miniature Books

January 1st - February 1st 2012

The Monticello-Union Township Public Library is pleased to host the International traveling exhibition of miniature books. On display will be 106 unique and subtly created object books in the second version of the Monumental Ideas in Miniature Books, MIMB II Traveling Exhibition, 2011-2013. This Exhibition is coordinated by Hui-Chu Ying, professor of Art at Myers School of Art, the University of Akron, and its main exhibition space, the Emily Davis Gallery.

Diversity is what this exhibition is all about. Materials ranged from handmade and rice paper, plastic to tea bags, wood blocks, and mailing envelops, and the techniques from letterpress, silkscreen, digital prints to collage, die-cut, and painting. The artists also represent 7 different countries and cultures: United States, Canada, China, Japan, India, Pakistan, and Spain.

A public reception will take place on Friday, January 6 at 6 p.m., in the library's program room where the exhibit will be on display. In addition to the exhibition, we will continue to focus on books as an art form with a bookmaking workshop taught by artist, Maureen Sharp. The class will be held on Saturday, February 18 at 2 p.m. Participants will create a one-of-a-kind handmade book. The cost of the workshop is $20. Registration for this special class can be done at the circulation desk.

For more information on the Miniature Books Exhibition or on any other adult programs, please contact Monica Casanova at 574-583-2665 Ext. 307 or email adult@monticello.lib.in.us

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