I found this somewhere on the Internet, but lost the source. Printing on concrete – a hybrid of frottage and stamping. Note – Roll ink across the surface of the paper (as in frottage). Could try this with other high surface items.

Prepare the Paper: Use printmaking paper. Dampen the paper evenly by misting or submerging it in water. Blot off excess water until the paper is evenly damp.
Prepare the Concrete: Use a clean, relatively smooth, and flat concrete surface.
Lay the Paper: Place the damp paper on the concrete surface carefully, avoiding air bubbles or creases.
Tamp the Paper Down: Use a clean, wide brush to gently tamp or pat the paper to ensure even contact with the concrete.
Apply the Ink: Prepare screen printing ink and a brayer. Evenly roll out the ink. Apply the ink across the dampened paper using even pressure. Repeat the rolling process for the desired ink coverage.
Remove the Print: Carefully peel the paper off the concrete, lifting it straight up to avoid smudging.
Drying: Lay the printed paper flat or hang it to dry

Hapazome

· Eco Colour: Botanical Dyes for Beautiful Textiles, India Flynt

· https://smallgreenthings.com.au/hapazome-paintingwithflowers/

· https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bySDcQ1o--M

· https://www.mudandbloom.com/blog/hammered-leaf-and-flower-prints

Bookbinding and Boxmaking

· Making Memory Books by Hand: 22 Projects to Make, Keep, and Share, Kristina Feliciano

· Creating Handmade Books, Alisa Golden

· Books, Boxes & Wraps, Marilyn Webberley and JoAn Forsyth

· Constructing and Covering Boxes, Tom Hollander and Cindy Hollander

· Japanese Bookbinding, Kojiro Ikegami

· Excellent box images - https://bigjumppress.blog/2013/10/22/what-a-complete-dork-does-with-a-day-off/

Maps

Examples of maps – many drawn by illustrators: https://www.they-draw.com/theme/maps

Artist Books

Surveys:

· 500 Handmade Books, Steve Miller

· 500 Handmade Books, Vol II, Julie Chen

· The Penland Book of Handmade Books: Master Classes in Bookmaking Techniques, ed. Jane Laferla, Alice Gunter, Veronika Alice Gunter

· The Book as Art: Artists' Books from the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Kyrstyna Wasserman

· The Century of Artist’s Books – Johanna Drucker

Travelog Reading List

Food

· Animal, Vegetable, Mineral, Barbara Kingsolver

· High on the Hog: A Culinary Journey from Africa to America, Jessica B. Harris

· The Cooking Gene, Michael W. Twitty

Nature

· My Garden (Book), Jamaica Kincaid

· Trace: Memory, History, Race and the American Landscape, Lauret Savoy

Travel

· By the Light of My Father’s Smile, Alice Walker

· Eat, Pray, Love, Elizabeth Gilbert

· Lose Your Mother, Sadiya Hartmann

· Into the Wild, Jon Krakauer

Other

· A Communion of the Spirits, Roland L. Freeman

· Me Talk Pretty One Day, David Sedaris

· The Little Book of Perfumes, Luca Turin and Tania Sanchez

Building a Book Art Reference

Dry Transfers

Letters are available from most art supply stores and Amazon.

· Etsy – search “dry transfers” for vintage options

· Custom transfers https://imagetransfers.com/

Acetone & Blender Pens

· Generic Blender Pens in bulk - https://www.amazon.com/Colorless-Blender-Alcohol-Markers-Drawing/dp/B07H1XVFMF/ref=psdc_12896731_t1_B07NP425YG

· Nice instructions: https://www.muddycolors.com/2018/09/how-to-do-acetone-transfers/

Trace Monotype

Discussion on monotypes, monoprints, and trace monotypes in Black & White and Color, including supply list, demos: https://www.belindadelpesco.com/trace-monotype-5.html/

Embroidery

· Thread can be found at most craft retailers. DMC direct carries cotton floss in bundles and balls as well as specialty threads: https://www.dmc.com/us/six-strand-embroidery-floss-9003292.html

· Stitching tutorials can be found easily on the web, and in books. My favorite free reference: https://www.needlenthread.com/2009/10/hand-embroidery-lettering-and-text.html

Alcohol Transfers

Film specifically made for alcohol transfers. Free tutorials: https://dassart.com/videos/

Stencils

· My favorite stencil brushes take away the stress and bring back the joy of stenciling. Note the slight dome in the center of the bristles: https://www.talasonline.com/Stencil-Brush

· Many versions of stencil brush, several types can be found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Stencil-Brushes-Pouncers/b?ie=UTF8&node=8090882011

· Mylar and metal for hand cut stencils can be found at art supply stores, on Amazon, or specialty stencil supply stores.

· Stencil cutting machines are available at various price points on Amazon and at craft stores.

· Custom Stencils: https://stencilstop.com/collections/custom-stencils

Papers and Bookbinding Supplies

https://www.talasonline.com/

https://hollanders.com

https://store.hiromipaper.com/pages/online-store

https://www.washiarts.com/

Alisa Banks

The following lists were compiled for workshops and classes I have taught.

Note: The lists are not updated regularly.

Adventure Travelogues

Building a Book Art Reference

© Alisa Banks 2017