Minnesota Center for Book Arts

WHY BOOK ARTS?
Adding book arts to your curriculum will help engage your students in:

• Hands-on learning through artistic process
• Creative and personal expression
• Deeper understanding of a subject matter
• Pride in personal accomplishments
• Collaborations with other students and across subjects
• An understanding of the creative process
• Discovery of a new art form
• Critical and visual thinking skills
• Demonstrating knowledge of subject matter in book form

STUDENTS SUCCEED
The book arts dwell in the visual arts, yet students typically don't
feel they need to be an artist in order to create their own book. The
book form provides a familiar, accessible starting place for students.
Our experienced artist-instructors take students through a step-by-step
process leading to the successfull completing of their own book arts
project.

WORKSHOP NOTES

• Each workshop is planned so that students
  successfully complete the structure. Plan additional time at MCBA or in
  your classroom to complete text and illustration. Ask about extended
  workshops if you would like to work on your books at MCBA.
• Workshops are offered year-round Tuesday through Friday and other days upon request.
• MCBA studios can accommodate a group of up to 30 students or multiple groups of up to 100 students.
• One chaperone is required for every 10 students.
  Chaperones play a vital role in assisting students and are not charged
  admission.
• Dress for mess! Casual clothes and rubber-soled shoes are recommended.
• MCBA studios are accessible to all. Please let us know about special needs when registering.
• Workshop prices vary based on the cost of materials used and the length of the workshop.