UPCOMING EVENTS FOR 2024/25
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Bristol Artists Book Event 2024
Sat 29th – Sun 30th June 2024 Bower Ashton Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT https://cfpr.uwe.ac.uk/save-the-date-bristol-artists-book-event/ |
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Free Verse:
Poetry Book & Magazine Fair 2024 Saturday 20 April 2024, 11.30am - 6.30pm St Columba's Hall Pont St London SW1X 0BD Free Verse Poetry Book and Magazine Fair celebrates the vitality of poetry in the UK – it’s a day of conversation and shopping, an unrivalled opportunity to browse the very best in contemporary poetry publishing and to meet publishers, organisations and poets. The Poetry Society is delighted that the Free Verse Poetry Book & Magazine Fair will be back in London in Spring 2024. Now at a new location in Central London. Make a date in your diary for Saturday 20 April 2024 for this all day event at St Columba’s, SW1X 0BD. The event is free to attend. Over 50 fantastic publishers have already booked to attend with more to follow. https://poetrysociety.org.uk/news/free-verse-book-magazine-fair-to-return-in-spring-2024/ |
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Bergen Art Book Fair 2024
12 - 14 April 2024 Bergen Kunsthall Rasmus Meyers allé 5 5015 Bergen Bergen Art Book Fair is an annual art book and self-publishing festival in Norway since 2013. The fair showcases local, national and international artists and small press publishers. https://babf.no/exhibitors/2024/micro-library-books |
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Into The Fold:Artists' Book & Zine Fair 2024
Fri 15th March, 2-6pm & Sat 16th March, 10-4pm Winchester School of Art University of Southampton Park Avenue Winchester SO23 8DL Winchester School of Art is pleased to invite you to Into the Fold, the University of Southampton's inaugural Artist Book and Zine Fair, a free event showcasing artwork by local students and regional artists for sale. Into the Fold will feature artist book and zine makers from across the UK including WSA students, staff and local artists. Over the two days, there will be tours of the Artists' Book Collection at WSA Library, printmaking activities, an exhibition curated by WSA Printmaking Fellow, Julia Vogl, an exhibition by Daniel Lehan in the WSA Library foyer, and a performative event with artist Alec Stevens. Book Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/into-the-fold-2024-tickets-713190109817 |
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Small Publishers Fair 2023
27-28 October 2023, 11am - 7pm Conway Hall Red Lion Square London WC1R 4RL The Small Publishers’ Fair is an annual celebration of books by contemporary artists, poets, writers and book designers. |
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Bristol Artist’s Book Event 2022
23-24 April 2022, 11am – 5pm Bower Ashton Kennel Lodge Rd Bristol BS3 2JT We are very pleased to announce that BABE will be taking place on campus at Bower Ashton (BS3 2JT) over the weekend of Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th April 2022. 108 artists, collectives, small presses and independent publishers will be attending from all over the UK and Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Denmark, Finland and Poland plus books arriving from Australia, Japan, Brazil, The Netherlands and the USA. UWE students and alumni will also be exhibiting on collective and individual tables over the weekend alongside. #BABEatBower |
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Bergen Art Book Fair 2023
14 -16 April 2023 Bergen Kunsthall Rasmus Meyers allé 5 5015 Bergen Bergen Art Book Fair is an international art book and self-publishing festival in Norway. The fair showcase local, national and international artists and small press publishers.The fair is organised by Pamflett. Pamflett is an artist run self-publishing workshop and mediator of artists' books, which run residencies, book launches, exhibitions and workshops. BABF 2023 is generously supported by Arts Council Norway, Bergen Municipality, and Vestland Fylkeskommune. |
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Book Arts Day
at The Society of Bookbinders 2019 Saturday 17 March 2019, 10.30am - 4pm The Congregational Chapel Kelly Street Kentish Town London NW1 8PH A day of book arts activities that aims to increase the knowledge of Book Arts amongst members and to encourage dialogues, and collaborative networking between Book Artists and Bookbinders. The day will consist of: • An illustrated talk by book artist Tracey Bush • A book arts fair presenting a variety of emerging and established book artists with many works for sale • Demonstrations by a selection of the exhibiting artists • A mini exhibition of Sónia Serrão’s personal collection of artists’ books collected over the last 20 years. Cost: £10 SoB members, £15 non-members www.societyofbookbinders.com |
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BRISTOL ARTISTS BOOK EXHIBITION 2019
Sat 30 March 11-6pm & Sun 31 March 11-5pm Arnolfini Gallery 16 Narrow Quay Bristol BS1 4QA BABE 2019 (Bristol Artists Book Event) was the seventh biennial festival featuring the work of bookmakers and small presses from around the world. Presented by Arnolfini, with Sarah Bodman (Centre for Fine Print Research, University of the West of England) and Tom Sowden (Bath School of Art and Design, Bath Spa University). Since 2007, BABE has established a great reputation as a relaxed and friendly event to meet and talk to book artists about their work and buy works of art. With more than 80 makers taking part, and prices starting from just a few pounds, there will be something for everyone. There were performances, interventions, talks and workshops across the weekend. Featuring artists from all over the UK, Ireland, Germany, Norway, Sweden and South Korea. |
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SMALL PUBLISHER'S FAIR 2018 Fri 9th - Sat 10th November 2018, 11am-7pm Conway Hall 25 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4RL The Small Publishers’ Fair is an annual celebration of books by contemporary artists, poets, writers and book designers. It is held in Conway Hall in London’s Bloomsbury on the second weekend in November. The 2018 Small Publishers Fair will take place on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 November.
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ELCAF 2018: East London Comic & Arts Festival
Friday 22nd June 2018, 12pm -7pm ELCAF is the East London Comics & Arts Festival, an annual event with a full programme of talks, workshops, masterclasses, screenings, installations and exhibitions. ELCAF also hosts over 100 international exhibitors selling publications, zines and prints. Micro Library Books was there on Friday launching an exclusive selection of limited edition bookworks. |
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SUBSTANCE
Portsmouth's Artists Book Event 2018 Sunday 18th March 2018, 11am - 4pm Aspex Gallery Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth Winchester School of Art Graphic Design / Artists Books Online / Pete Kennedy: Apuldram//Apulhead Originals / Mark Beechill: Less Than 500 Press / Tracey Bush: Fathom Five Books / Eileen White / Helen Scalway / Jan Fairbairn-Edwards / Murray Marshal: Transrational Publications / Ladies of the Press / Micro Library Books |
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Book Arts Day at The Society of Bookbinders
Saturday 17 March 2018, 10.30am - 4pm The Congregational Chapel Kelly Street Kentish Town London NW1 8PH A day of book arts activities that aims to increase the knowledge of Book Arts amongst members and to encourage dialogues, and collaborative networking between Book Artists and Bookbinders. The day will consist of: • An illustrated talk by book artist Tracey Bush • A book arts fair presenting a variety of emerging and established book artists with many works for sale • Demonstrations by a selection of the exhibiting artists • A mini exhibition of Sónia Serrão’s personal collection of artists’ books collected over the last 20 years. Cost: £10 SoB members, £15 non-members www.societyofbookbinders.com |
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DIY Art Market 2017
Saturday 9th December, 2017, 11am - 6pm Rich Mix Arts Centre 35 - 47 Bethnal Green Road London E1 6LA Free entry |
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HIFEST 2017: Hastings Illustration Festival
Sunday 3rd December 2017 The Printworks 14 Claremont Hastings TN34 1HE Micro Library Books has a table on Sunday. www.hifest.co.uk |
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Brighton Etsy Christmas Market 2017
Saturday 2nd December 2017, 10am - 4pm Brighton Dome (Cafe Bar), Church Street, Brighton Micro Library Books was situated in Zone B selling handmade miniature books, prints and collages. |
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BIF 2017: Brighton Illustration Fair
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd October 2017, 10am-6pm Sallis Benny Theatre, 58-67 Grand Parade, Brighton, BN2 0JY We showcased new work at this years BIF. Guests included David Shrigley, Lucy Sherston and Tuesday Bassen. www.brightonillustrationfair.co.uk |
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Ink, Paper & Print 2017
Sunday 15th October 2017, 11am - 6pm Towner Art Gallery, Devonshire Park, College Rd, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ Ink, Paper + Print's second event was a Designers' and Makers' Fair at Eastbourne's iconic Towner Gallery. There was 80 exhibitors showcasing a range of printmaking, artist's books, 20th Century design, ceramics and contemporary crafts. It was an exciting opportunity to see contemporary makers showcasing their latest work in one of Britain's leading galleries. www.inkpaperandprint.co.uk |
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Illustrator's Summer Fair 2017
Sunday 9th July 2017, 12 - 6pm 2 Granary Square, Kings Cross, London, NC1 4BH House of Illustration transformed their giant canopied yard into a pop-up market place, selling a range of freshly illustrated produce. 150 hand-picked stalls showcased the diverse talent illustration has to offer. Work for sale included prints, books and ceramics across styles from children's illustration to graphic design and comics. Plus, this year they joined forces with The London Artists Book Fair. 40 exhibitors displayed a range of book-making methods including letterpress and riso printing. House of Illustration |
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ELCAF 2017: East London Comic & Arts Festival
Saturday 17th -Sunday 18th June 2017, 12-7pm Round Chapel, 1d Glenarm Road, London, E5 0LY Founded by Nobrow in 2012, ELCAF began as a small one day festival designed to showcase some of the most exciting works in comics and illustration. From its conception in 2012, ELCAF has grown to become one of the leading festivals of its kind in the UK. Attracting over 3,000 visitors annually, ELCAF continues to spotlight emerging talent and celebrate the dynamic community of individual artists and collectives that are pushing the boundaries in their creative fields. There has been an exciting growth in the field of comics and illustration, mediums which have moved from the peripheries into the mainstream focus. ELCAF is not only a platform for practitioners to have their work seen, but is a celebration of the art. Each year, ELCAF invites a selection of guest artists from across the world to deliver a programme of the highest calibre which include talks, exhibitions, masterclasses, and workshops for all ages. www.elcaf.co.uk |
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D.I.Y. Art Market Brighton 2017
Sunday 30th April 2017, 11-6pm The Old Market, 11a Upper Market Street, Brighton, BN3 1AS DIY Art Market functions as an affordable space for a diverse group of artists, designers, collectives, and publishers, to exhibit, engage with the public, share experiences, opportunities, and sell their artwork. This event will showcase a curated selection of over 60 emerging artists, exhibiting alongside some more established, all from a wide range of artistic backgrounds, all of whom demonstrate an innovative approach to their practice. Items for sale can include, art prints, ceramics, zines & independent publications, illustration, risograph prints, screen prints, and artist books. www.diyartmarket.com |
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BABE 2017: Bristol Artists Book Event
Saturday 1st - Sunday 2nd April 2017 Arnolfini Gallery, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA Bristol Artists Book Event featured more than 80 artist bookmakers, dealers and small presses from Bristol and around the world. It was held over two days Sat 01 April & Sun 02 April 2017. A passport made by Stephen Fowler could be collected at reception by visitors and stamped at artists book stalls. |
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HIFEST 2016: Hastings Illustration Festival
Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th December 2016 The Printworks, 14 Claremont, Hastings, TN34 1HA Hastings Illustration Festival (HiFest) took place over Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th December 2016 at our brand new venue The Printworks. Over 800 visitors enjoyed a superb array of workshops, talks, live drawing, exhibitions and all thing illustration happening around Hastings. |
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DIY Art Market 2016
Saturday 10th -Sunday 11th December 2016 Oval Space, 29-32 The Oval, London, E2 9DT |
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ELCAF 2016: East London Comic & Arts Festival
Friday 10- Saturday 12th June 2016 Round Chapel, 1d Glenarm Road, London, E5 0LY ELCAF 2016 was the fifth East London Comics and Arts Festival and took place at Round Chapel 2016. The festival showcased the plethora of youthful talent in the comics and graphic art scene in London and the UK bringing something fresh to our locals by drawing talent from abroad to take part in the event, inviting exciting new collectives and publishers from Europe and the wider world. Micro Library Books launched new bookworks; Diary 2016. For more information visit ELCAF. |
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BIF 2016: Brighton Illustration Fair
Saturday 28th - Sunday 29th May 2016 One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton 2 day Illustration Fair across 2 floors featuring talks, workshops, screenings, zines, prints, comics, small press, art, and more. Part of ideal finish Brighton Fringe 2016 |
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HIFEST 2015: Hastings Illustration Festival
Saturday 5th December 2015, 11am-6pm The Atrium, Station Plaza, Hastings, TN34 1BA Saturday 5th December 2015 HiFest (Hastings Illustration Festival) showcased amazing, illustrative talents both locally and nationally, through stalls, special guests, talks, workshops, signings and exhibitions. |
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BIF 2015: Brighton Illustration Fair
Sunday 31st May 2015, 10 - 6 pm One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton 2 day Illustration Fair across 2 floors featuring talks, workshops, screenings, zines, prints, comics, small press, art, and more. Part of ideal finish Brighton Fringe 2015 |
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BABE 2015: Bristol Artists Book Event
Saturday 11th April - Sunday 12th April, 2015, 11-6pm Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA Bristol Artists Book Event featured more than 80 artist bookmakers, dealers and small presses from Bristol and around the world. It was held over two days Sat 11 April & Sun 12 April 2015. |
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ELCAF 2014: East London Comic & Arts Festival
Saturday 14th June The Oval Space, 29-32 The Oval London, E2 9DT ELCAF 2014 was the third East London Comics and Arts Festival and took place at Oval Space on 14th of June 2014. The festival showcased the plethora of youthful talent in the comics and graphic art scene in London and the UK bringing something fresh to our locals by drawing talent from abroad to take part in the event, inviting exciting new collectives and publishers from Europe and the wider world. Micro Library Books launched new bookworks; Diary 2015, The Diary Of Mashie Black, Grid Book Box Set, Dot Book Box Set, The Pocket Player, and Limited Edition Pop-up Dioramas. For more information visit ELCAF. |
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HIFEST 2014: Hastings Illustration Festival
Saturday 6th December, 2014 The Atrium, Station Plaza, Hastings, TN34 1BA Hastings Illustration Festival showcased amazing talents through stalls, talks, workshops, exhibitions and a big one day event on Saturday 6th December 2014. Micro Library Books launched new books, prints and pop-ups. |
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ELCAF 2013: East London Comic & Arts Festival
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