experiments...

instalation practice (or as I call it, playing with books...)

done.

I finished the boxes I was working on last week...


I'm pretty pleased with how they turned out. I supose the pressure of having to please someone else raises my standards, and although it takes longer and is more stressful, its worth it when it turns out better. I should try harder more often...


I've been so quiet here because I've been spending every spare minute getting work prepared for an exhibition, which I helped to install yesterday. The exhibition is part of 'Art in Unusual Spaces' and my work will be visable through little peep holes in the windows of an empty shop... I made some new boxes, with hidden draws. And after the opening on Thursday (I'll be at work :( but all are welcome) I'll show you some pictures...

boxes in progress

The first tray, made from grey board and mount board, is a bit of a tricky covering job, but I do like a challenge (most of the time)...


The other side is a bit more straight forward, just a bit taller than usual to accomodate some extra sheets...


And next the covers are sent away to be foil blocked (I can't do that myself. Maybe one day...)

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Procrastinating. And eating apple crumble for dinner.

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This time last year. Orange trees from my old living room window.

outside

Sometimes I forget summer ever existed. But being safe and warm inside, with a log on the fire and saag paneer bubbling away on the stove for tea... its not too bad at all.

press

My friend gave me a book press today. Someone gave it to him and although he makes books too he gave it to me. He is very kind indeed.


I can't wait to put it into action (I just need someone to help me carry it up the stairs...)