Simplified leather binding - J&J Tonkin
Suitable for those who have completed Levels 1–3 or equivalent.
Course description
TUTORS: Joy and John Tonkin DATE: TBA TIMES: 9.30am – 4.00pm If you are interested in this course contact us on info@nswbookbinders.org We will put your name of the pre-booking class list and contact you when bookings open. DESCRIPTION: The Simplified Binding developed by Sün Evrard in 1984 has a streamlined look. This is an elegant, versatile binding which has applications ranging from basic simple notebooks, restoration as well as fine design bindings. It provides you with many options as the leather spine assembly is made and affixed to the bookblock before the boards. This split process of making the cover allows for many opportunities in the design. The workshop will focus on fine binding techniques and leather paring. Comprehensive notes will be supplied. A tool kit list will be forwarded upon enrolment. ABOUT the TUTORS Joy Tonkin is a master bookbinder and book & paper conservationist who has been working out of Bookarts Bindery with her husband John Tonkin, also a master bookbinder, for 30 years. Together and individually, they have been commissioned to work on distinctive one-off book projects and have run many specialist bookbinding workshops, comprising a range of traditional and contemporary bookbinding techniques. Both Joy & John have exhibited their work internationally and many of their special bindings can be found in both private and public collections around the world. Materials: A list will be sent to those who enrol. Course notes will be provided. Participants may bring along their own usual small tools. A textblock and all materials will be provided as well as a tools for those without.
Contact Details
info@nswbookbinders.com.au
To be covered by our insurance policy, please:
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Remember to sign in when you enter the bindery and sign out when you leave.
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Always wear closed-in shoes, NO sandals.
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Only use equipment if you have received instruction from a monitor or teacher.
Also:
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Hand-eye coordination and dexterity are necessary for this course as sharp knives are used in the cutting of board and paper.
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You will be shown correct procedure in the use of these tools, but good coordination will assure accurate cutting and prevention of injury.
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The bindery opens at 9 am.
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Tea and coffee is supplied and there will be a lunch break of 30 minutes. It is recommended you bring your lunch, as shops and cafes are a distance away.
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There is a kitchen adjacent to the bindery.
Changing your enrolment:
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you withdraw from a course less than 72 hours prior to the start, you may have a credit. No refund will be offered.
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If you withdraw from a course more than 72 hours prior to the start, you may have a credit or choose to receive a full refund
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If you withdraw after the course begins, you are not entitled to a credit or refund.
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In cases where you are unable to attend due to illness or injury, you may receive a credit