Blooming Books

June 18 – July 31, 2008

The books in these cases all explore the beauty and wonder of nature found in flowers, trees, blossoms and leaves. The colors of summer, the burst of a bud, the growth of a vine, and the potential of a seed are all evident in these wonderfully inventive artists’ books. A variety of book structures and bindings are used to explore this theme: pop-up, tunnel, accordion, interlocking forms and concertina, among others. And what’s a plant community without bugs? They’re here for your viewing pleasure as well!

The books are on exhibit at the Kohler Art Library from June 18-July 31, 2008.

Curated by Lyn Korenic.

Image from:  Luigi Serafini.  Codex Seraphinianus.  New York: Abbeville Press, 1983, c1981.