Book Arts Movement

The Book Arts Movement is a creative tradition that emphasizes the craftsmanship, design, and artistry involved in making books. It values the handmade quality, incorporating techniques like hand-printing, binding, and illustrating, often blurring the lines between literature and visual art. Originating in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it seeks to preserve traditional bookmaking skills while fostering innovation. This movement celebrates the book as a work of art, encouraging aesthetic expression and tactile experience, and is often associated with limited editions, artist books, and a dedication to the cultural and artistic significance of the physical book.