Four sessions with calligrapher and artist Caterina Giannotti to explore the creation of a unique work of art
Between October and November, we are offering an artistic workshop for adults and young people aged 16 and over: a four-session journey to imagine, design and create an artist’s book.
A book that is a work of art
An artist’s book is not a simple illustrated volume, but an autonomous art form that combines words, images, signs and materials into an unrepeatable, deeply personal work. During the workshop, participants will be guided by calligrapher and artist Caterina Giannotti through each stage of the creative process.
The creative journey
The workshop will begin with paper colouring and the creation of textures and marks, using both traditional and unconventional tools. It will continue with the addition of words, collages and graphic compositions, leading up to the assembly of the pages. The experience will conclude with binding, bringing to life a unique book as a direct expression of each participant’s creativity.
Workshop calendar
The sessions will take place at CAMeC on Saturday afternoons, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm:
- 18 October – paper colouring and first marks
- 25 October – textures, composition and mark-making inspired by nature; insertion of letters, words or images
- 8 November – arrangement and composition of the pages that will form the book
- 22 November – final binding of the books
Who is Caterina Giannotti
Caterina Giannotti graduated in Architecture in Florence and has always nurtured a deep passion for art and graphic design. For many years she has dedicated herself to historical and experimental calligraphy, combining personal research with the promotion of handwriting and the values it embodies.
She leads workshops and courses for both adults and children, and in the field of gestural calligraphy she has explored a wide range of techniques, often bringing her work close to pure mark-making. She has taken part in group exhibitions of calligraphy, illustration and printmaking.
She is a founding member of SMED – Writing by Hand in the Digital Era and serves on the board of directors of CIAC – International Center for Calligraphic Arts. She lives and works between Venice and La Spezia.
Practical information
The workshop is aimed at an adult audience and is also open to participants aged 16 and over.
The initiative is organised in collaboration with the Amici del CAMeC Association.
For information and registration: amicidelcamec@camec.it
