Advanced DP3: Publishing as Artistic Practice

10 units · Undergraduate

Intermittent: 10 units This is a hands-on studio course that is focused on artist books and multiples. Students will be introduced to techniques in traditional bookbinding, zine making as well as design and layout of an artist book for mass publication. Coursework will primarily be within the digital print studio equipment: large format inkjet, laser-jet and risograph printing but students with prior experience in printmaking techniques will have access to traditional print studio equipment/materials to incorporate into their projects. The class begins with a focus on the book form but will also be looking at contemporary artist's multiples that exist over a wide range of media, from fine art prints, sculptural and digital editions, and even performance and participatory work conceptualized as a multiple. We will discuss the economy and business structure behind independent publishing, looking into contemporary artists who are running their own presses, an emergence of art book and zine fairs, and envisioning alternative distribution opportunities for our artworks. Prerequisites: 60-258 or 60-251