My biblionautic chums and friends. A new module has been created for the Studio 5 Creative Studies in Contemporary Bookbinding and Book Arts.

New for 2025. Exposed Structure Binding in the style of Jean de Gonet .

Introduction to Leather Paring and Dying.

 

Rationale.

The Exposed Structure module develops the students skillin leather paring and dying and an awareness of exposed structure/sewing specific to a Jean de Gonet style of binding. It will give students the opportunity to work with leather and apply different covering materials to the boards. Aspects covered will included leather paring, hand dying and manipulation along with made end-papers. This particular module can be geared to the individual student wishing to produce either a traditional style binding or a binding more contemporary in flavour. Please note, the images show the boards covered in Affichés Lacerées...other covering materials, papers etc are available. It is expected that the student will produce 2 variations.

Aims.

To introduce the student to leather binding and manipulation

To identify the correct materials specific to the binding style

To understand the need for and limitations of the binding style

To apply the relevant techniques

To be introduced to hand paring of leather

Learning Outcome.

On completion the student will be able to:

Select suitable text blocks in need of this structure

Forward the book to the required standard

Make an Jean de Gonet Exposed Structure style binding

Understand how to manipulate leather to achieve the desired effect

Assessment Strategy.

Assessment will be in line with the STUDIO 5 criteria and will be evident through examination and discussion of 1 finished item of work. The student will demonstrate an ability to apply the techniques to a good standard and understand the reasons for their use.

The Module is delivered over 6 days with all materials included.

For more information please visit https://bookbindingcourses.blogspot.com/ or contact me.

Please note.... there are other studios/binderies doing stuff, spelling and grammar. Please further note, the opinion of the author may change at any moment. This is due to having an open mind of sorts.