Summer Camp 2026 (13 - 16 years): Visual Stories Series: Artist Book Studio

This creative workshop invites young participants to explore the world of artist books, where storytelling, illustration, and design come together in a unique handmade format. Through drawing, collage, image-making, and bookbinding techniques, participants will develop their own visual narratives inspired by themes such as memories, dreams, places, nature, or personal experiences. As they experiment with sequencing, composition, and different book structures, they will transform their ideas into a one-of-a-kind artist book that reflects their imagination and creative voice.

Why choose this workshop

It combines illustration, storytelling, and design in an engaging hands-on project.

It encourages creativity and self-expression through personal themes and visual narratives.

It introduces participants to the contemporary art practice of artist books and zine-making.

Each participant creates and takes home a unique handmade book that showcases their ideas and artistic journey.

What participants will learn

The fundamentals of visual storytelling, sequencing, and narrative development.

How to use drawing, collage, and mixed-media techniques to communicate ideas.

Basic artist book construction and bookbinding methods, including folded books, accordion books, and simple stitched formats.

Creative thinking, planning, composition, and the development of a personal artistic concept.

The confidence to transform an idea into a finished artwork that can be shared and presented to others.

Meals
A daily meal will be provided for all participants throughout the Summer Camp.