Artist Talk: The Book as Art

Thurs, Feb 12 • 6:00 PM

Asian Art Museum

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Join us for an evening of exploration as the CODEX Foundation introduces book artists from Japan: Ryoko Adachi, Kyoko Matsunaga, and Tatsuhiko Niijima. This event, presented in conjunction with CODEX X, will include brief presentations by the artists followed by an interactive experience where attendees can engage with their works. The discussion emphasizes the book as an art form and will illuminate the creativity that goes into book making. The CODEX Book Art Fair & Symposium will also take place from February 7–10 at the Oakland Marriott Civic Center, making this event a perfect complement to the larger discussions happening in the community.

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