Workshops

Book publishing for photographers has exploded over the last few years. Increased options for printing has enabled artists to consider publishing their own books, through both traditional and handmade processes. While most of the focus on self publishing has centered on print-on-demand services, creating an artist book offers a much wider array of control, materials, bindings, artistic expression, exhibition opportunities, and even income, making it an attractive option for expanding your storytelling capabilities.

This workshop will provide specific instruction and resources for photographers looking to self publish an artist book. By viewing sample books and case studies, evaluating student work, and in-depth presentation of the steps required to complete their book, participants will leave with the inspiration, tools, skills, and resources needed to finish their project. All workshop materials will be presented as general topics, but also within the context of Henkin’s own experiences in self-publishing.

Topics to be covered:

Why self publish?
Advantages and challenges of self publishing
Evaluating your work
How to finance your book
Types of publications
Determining specifications for your project
Editing and sequencing
Graphic design considerations
Collaborating with other artists
How to market & distribute your book
Finding collectors
Case studies
Resources

Students should bring a body of work they would like to self publish.

To register for this workshop, please click here.

This 2-day course will provide an introduction and specific how-to for photographers looking to self publish artist books. By viewing sample books and case studies, evaluating student work, and in-depth presentation of the steps required to complete their book, participants will leave with the inspiration, tools, skills, and resources to finish their project. All of the following material will be presented as general topics, but also within the context of Henkin’s own experiences in self-publishing.

Book publishing for photographers has exploded over the last few years. Expanded options for printing has enabled artists to consider publishing their own works, through both traditional and handmade processes. There is now a level playing field between established photographers and amateurs and emerging artists, enabling anyone to craft their work specifically for the book. While most of the focus on self publishing has centered on print-on-demand services, creating books produced by the artist, or artist books, offers an even wider array of control, options, and methods, making it an attractive option to expand their storytelling capabilities.

Topics to be covered:
A history of self published photography books
Why self publish?
Advantages and challenges of self publishing
How to publish

Other general topics will include:
Staying organized and focused
Case studies: How did others do it
Resources and tools to get the project done right
Students should bring a body of work they would like to self publish.

In addition to the workshop, Friday April-20 will be an evening of books, with a full selection of titles from Vela Noche available to view & purchase.

To register for this workshop, please click here.