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UPDATE 28th June 2010
John Jameson COTSWOLD BOOKBINDERS The Mayor of Casterbridge A Design Binding Project --- EXHIBITION OF BINDINGS AT DORCHESTER MUSEUM 21/06/10 – 01/08/10 The idea behind this project was to attract binders of all levels of competence to take part. We wanted to attract binders who have previously not attempted a design binding so that it would not be a showcase just for the experts. It would be an opportunity for everyone to show their work. In a non-competitive environment. Many of the bindings are by amateur binders but the project has had the support of some more experienced and professional binders who we would like to thank for providing examples of their work. Design Binding is the pursuit of excellence in fine binding, allied to artistic interpretation of the text being expressed in the decoration and embellishment of the book. The prime reason for any binding must be the protection of the text, so the binding must be strong and durable as well as decorative. The aim should be the marriage of perfect bookbinding technique with contemporary artistic expression. The selected book, Hardy’s Mayor of Casterbridge was chosen for a number of good reasons but especially as many of the people involved are based in the South West. The two most popular editions of the book which the binders elected to use are the Folio Society edition, with wood engravings by Peter Reddick and an American version published by the Heritage Press, beautifully illustrated with wood engravings by Agnes Miller Parker. A copy of the Folio Society book in its original binding is displayed along with the bound entries so it can be seen the point at which many started out with the project. In most cases, the binder will have taken the book completely apart before carrying out all the forwarding operations, giving thought to every aspect of the binding to ensure it is soundly constructed. The book will have been covered in their chosen material and embellished with their unique design. So this is not a competition, there are no winners, there are no prizes and there are no rules. However, two things would seem fairly obvious though.....the binding should in a contemporary style ......and it would be fairly well understood that the book should be taken apart and starting from scratch, re-sewn and rebound employing the best possible materials, as it is as much a measure of binding technique as design skills. We are especially grateful to the Museum for allowing us to stage this exhibition at a venue at the heart of Hardy’s world, Dorchester. Many of the bindings in the display are for sale Some are marked in the catalogue as being for sale but in fact many of the others will be for sale For the full catalogue, further photographs, or if you are interested in buying any of the books and would like to be put in touch with the binder concerned, please contact the organizer for details. John Jameson Cotswold Bookbinders john  cotswoldbookbinders.co.uk tel.01285 770458
The Society of Bookbinders UK - education, training, events, etc. Photographs from the recent Society of Bookbinders Training Seminar
Indiana University - excellent link, well illustrated slide shows taking you through many techniques. Canberra Bookbinders Guild Australia - events, newsletters, workshops etc. Zybooks - a London based website dedicated to showcasing artists books from around the world. New eBay forum for bookbinders - A place to discuss everything to do with bookbinding. Everything from craft binding to tooled, embossed, gilt, full leather-bound tomes. Swap hints and tips, ask about tools and techniques. Share ideas for upcoming projects and get feedback on your work. Heritage Crafts Association The Heritage Crafts Association has been formed to support and promote heritage crafts as a fundamental part of our living heritage. It is unique as an organisation in believing that craft skills should be protected, promoted and recorded as part of our living heritage in their own right, not merely in terms of the objects they produce or their conservation value to old buildings. Website: http://www.heritagecrafts.org.uk/
Book2Bind5 Garden Court Sherburn Village DURHAM County Durham, DH6 1DR tel: 07840 814 376 Web: www.book2bind.com Email: info book2bind.comMaster bookbinders based in Durham providing standard book binding, thesis and custom bindings, restoration and repair. If you require a custom binding or repair, or simply any custom job, please contact us for a quotation. Marysa de Veer, Otter BinderyTraditional & Contemporary Craft Bookbinding 42 Hare Hill, Addlestone Surrey, KT15 1DT Tel 01932 845976 Website: http://www.otterbookbinding.com email: marysa otterbookbinding.comDon Camm60 Pine Road Brentry Bristol BS10 6RU Tel: 01179 087937 Mobile: 07904 057732 website: http://doncammbinder.webs.com Email: camdon1@aol.com Bookbinder/Restorer 40 years experience,specialist in cloth.leather, and paper rebacks, very competitive rates. York BookbindingThe Bindery 86 Thief Lane Hull Road York YO10 3HU Tel: +44 (0) 1904 415240 Website: http://www.yorkbookbinding.co.uk Email: info@yorkbookbinding.co.uk 30 years experience in craft Bookbinding and a wide-ranging knowledge to advise and help customers. Type of work undertaken includes Theses Binding, Periodicals, Restoration, Boxes and Slipcases, New Work etc. Chris Hicks Bookbinder64 Merewood Avenue, Sandhills, Oxford, England OX3 8EF Tel: +44 (0) 1865 769346 Website: http://www.book-binder.co.uk Email: chrishicksbookbinder@btinternet.com Can undertake all types of binding and repairs on books of all types and from all periods. The Farthing Press & BinderyFen Farm Low Common South Lopham Diss, Norfolk IP22 2JR Tel: 01379 687364 Website: http://www.farthingpress.plus.com/ Email: bookbinding@farthingpress.plus.com Experienced bookbinder - binding, rebinding, repair and restoration. Philip Twinstrong8 Secretan Road Rochester, Kent ME1 3NR United Kingdom telephone: 01634 814622 email: aintakiddinmatey@blueyonder.co.uk Experience in binding all styles of books as well as conservation/restoration. Nick Wells31 Hillberry Close Narborough Leciester LE9 5EW 01162 867158 Experienced bookbinder and tutor of bookbinding, restoration/conservation. Signature BindingsWoodlands Football Green Hornsea East Yorkshire HU18 1RA Signature Bindings Website e-mail: [EMAIL]glenn@signaturebindings.co.uk Mobile: 0797 2648001 Signature Bindings is a small family business based in East Yorkshire but working with clients from a much broader area. Managed by Glenn Malkin, the business is built upon his passion for good quality books, and a long held interest in antiquarian books - especially old astronomy books! Glenn was trained by Alan Fitch, a binder based in Norfolk with many years experience, and he has since developed his own style and approach offering a broad range of book binding solutions to his clients. Glenn is a member of the Society of Bookbinders, and your books are fully insured. Glenn Malkin has been awarded a coveted prize in the 2009 Designer Bookbinders competition. Congratulations Glen - see his website for further detailsCotswold BookbindersOak Tree House Ewen Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 6BT Telephone John Jameson on 01285 770458 website: Cotswold Bookbinders email: [EMAIL]john@cotswoldbookbinders.co.uk
The Leaf Press - The Leaf Press is run by Suzy Dobson and produces a range of hand-decorated papers, books, portfolios and albums. Suzy also teaches workshops and courses in a variety of paper/book related subjects. weloveyourbooks - See some wonderful books and get inspiration to try something different. ulovebooks.com - a site dedicated to lovers of books. Buy books, discuss books but above all, lovebooks! The Old Map Man - Antique maps, antiquarian books and prints as well as ephemera and other printed collectibles at reasonable prices are offered on this brand new site |
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