Continuing on from my field project I have developed an interest for the process and exploration of book making and paper making.
As part of this project I want to explore the uses of the traditional techniques involved in making books by hand including (binding, paper making, letterpress and printing as well as embossing and engraving) as well as introducing and researching modern alternatives and artist books.
As my interest stems from a short 5 week project, Behind the barcode. I was unable to develop my ideas fully within the time frame, having a longer spending project I want to take inspiration from other artists and traditional methods and techniques in both bookbinding and paper making and combine them with modern takes considering eco friendly and sustainable aspects within the design of the books.
I want to use a variety of materials to do this, some natural materials when making the paper such a petals and other plant matter, possibly exploring natural dying. Leather and recycled materials, hard and soft back books as well as surface decoration using sculptural techniques, embossing and engraving.
Lara Hoad Artist Designer: Maker 