August 5th AND July 29th, from 6-9 pm
***Students may attend one or both classes. This listing is for both sessions.***
About the Class
An introductory-level course for individuals with little to no experience making books, with an emphasis on using recycled and repurposed materials such as cardboard boxes, food packaging, and found objects. Participants will learn a variety of book techniques, including zines, pamphlets, accordions, and several spine-sewn books.
About Regin Igloria
Regin Igloria is a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Chicago. His drawings, artists’ books, sculptures, and performances portray the human condition as it relates to the natural environment and inhabited spaces. With a background in arts administration and education, he founded North Branch Projects, an extension of his studio practice that builds connections through the book arts. His work creates crossover between various communities and populations, aiming to broaden the roles of both artists and non-artists. Igloria has taught at places such as Marwen, Rhode Island School of Design, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Snow City Arts, and Carthage College. He received a 3Arts Next Level Teaching Artist and Individual Award as well as local, national, and international grants and support through artist residencies. His work has been exhibited internationally. He received his MFA from Rhode Island School of Design.
Links:
IG:
@reginigloria
@northbranchprojects