Miniature Specimen Box | ONLINE CLASS | Sept 24 & Oct 1

This 2 session advanced beginner course is a unique crossover between a book, box, and dimensional collage. It allows for students to include a miniature card/booklet and focuses on showcasing an individual’s visual collection of natural curiosities. The miniature specimen structure will include a hardcover book with a decorative frame and inset panel measuring 4.5h x 3w x .5 depth in size. 

The first session will be creating the book covers and the second session will be building the frame panel, covering it will decorative paper, and techniques for specimen preservation, inclusion and alterations.  

Students are encouraged to use an assemblage of historic illustrations, found objects, altered book components and natural artifacts. Bookmaking, collage techniques, methods for including text and miniature books will be covered.  

Students are encouraged to email me ahead of time if they are unsure of the skills required. 

Workshop Video Access: Please note that students who are not able to attend will receive a password link for the workshop zoom, which will be available for 2 weeks after the course. If you have questions about access to the course or special circumstances, please contact me directly.