Introduces students to the history of the book as an object and the traditional crafts associated with book construction through the exploration of the book as a vehicle for artistic expression. A basic knowledge of technical processes pertaining to book construction, a general familiarity with the history of the book and a conceptual exploration of image making will be gained through demonstrations, hands-on studio work, slide lectures, visits to the museum and archives and through assigned readings. Prerequisite: Art 2000 and completion of WB, COM2 or junior standing.