Irving Park's Artists Book House Launches New 'Community Bookmaking' Workshop Series
By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Irving Park ·
Irving Park's creative landscape continues to flourish as the Artists Book House announces a new community bookmaking workshop series. This initiative builds on the success of their Treewhispers exhibition, which has been celebrating the profound connection between trees and humanity through handmade paper and artistic exploration.
The workshop series kicks off this weekend with a special event featuring renowned artist Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr., who will be signing copies of his new monograph, 'Citizen Printer,' from the Letterform Archive. Attendees can view an exhibition of Kennedy's work and purchase poster prints during the event. Following Kennedy's appearance, the series continues with specialized workshops including 'Writing for Youth' which explores the depth and layers needed to create strong stories for younger audiences. Additional sessions will focus on character development for various creative formats including fiction, comics, and graphic novels.
Neighbors interested in exploring their artistic talents or supporting local creative initiatives are encouraged to visit the Artists Book House website for registration details. This workshop series represents Irving Park's growing reputation as a hub for arts and culture on Chicago's Northwest Side, offering residents new opportunities to connect with professional artists while developing their own creative skills.
Sources:
1. https://www.exploreirvingparkchicago.com/upcoming-events