On behalf of the Guild of Book Workers, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Night Circus.
Part of the Guild’s mission is to promote and maintain high standards of workmanship in the book and paper arts. This exhibit showcases the wide range and high standard of book work including fine and design bindings, printing, book arts, and calligraphy. With over 100 entries for the jurors to select from, this exhibit is a testament to the diverse talents and creativity of our members.
This exhibition would not have been possible without the amazing work of so many people. With Exhibitions Chair Jeanne Goodman at the helm, she, Erin Fletcher, and Virginia Green organized this vibrant and beautiful exhibit as well as the wonderful exhibit catalog. I’d like to thank our spectacular jurors Gabby Cooksey, Jesse Hunt, and Keri Schroeder for all their time and effort in curating a fantastic show. With limited space for the exhibition, the jurors had to make some very difficult decisions with so many submissions from our members.
A print version of the exhibit catalog was produced for all members of the Guild to receive as a benefit of membership. Copies are also for sale at several of the exhibit venues and on our website. An online catalog can also be viewed on our website at www.guildofbookworkers.org.
The tri-annual Guild of Bookworkers exhibitions are a great way for our members to take part in a juried, traveling show that highlights a variety of bookwork at venues across the country. The first exhibition was held over a hundred years ago and has remained an important part of broadening public awareness of the work we do.
Kate Levy
President, Guild of Book Workers