It is my pleasure to announce the establishment of a new book art award, The MCBA Prize. This new international honor awarded by Minnesota Center for Book Arts is the first of its kind to recognize book art from across the field and celebrate the diversity of this vital discipline. All artists who use the book format as their primary means of expression are encouraged to apply. A distinguished panel of jurors, themselves leaders in the field, will consider all eligible work, from hand-printed fine press books, to inexpensive pamphlets, to one-of-a-kind sculptural works. In total, over $8,000 will be awarded to four finalists and one winner. Entries must be received by March 6, 2009. The winner will be announced at a gala celebration on July 25, 2009.
The award of The MCBA Prize is an important component of MCBA¹s 2009 Book Art Biennial, a combination of presentations, peer discussion sessions and hands-on workshops exploring the efficacy of artists¹ books as agents of social change and activism. Registration materials for the Biennial will be available January 1, 2009.
I am very excited to present this new award and ask for your help in spreading news of the opportunity to book artists around the globe. Further details, submission guidelines and entry forms for The MCBA Prize will be available for download from the Minnesota Center for Book Arts website www.mnbookarts.org beginning November 17, 2008.
Thank you for your assistance and support. If you have questions, please email me at jrathermel@mnbookarts.org.
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