{"id":5358,"date":"2024-01-16T15:41:15","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T15:41:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/?page_id=5358"},"modified":"2026-02-06T11:46:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T11:46:54","slug":"the-artists-book-publication-as-artform","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/the-artists-book-publication-as-artform\/","title":{"rendered":"Monograph: Creating The Photobook"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5466 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_6148_Final1-1024x524.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_6148_Final1-1024x524.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_6148_Final1-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_6148_Final1-768x393.jpg 768w, https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_6148_Final1.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"545\"><b>Monograph: Creating The Photo Book \u2013 From Concept To Print<\/b><br data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"509\" \/>Autumn 2026 \/ Extended 7 Week Masterclass \/ October 3 \u2013 November 12, 2026<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"771\">This flagship course guides photographers and artists through the development of a cohesive photographic book or artist publication, from early concept and editing through sequencing, design, and preparation for publication.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1090\">The photographic book has become an essential artistic form \u2014 a space where narrative, authorship, and material decisions come together to articulate a sustained body of work. In this course, participants examine how books function as both artistic objects and vehicles for communicating photographic ideas over time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1273\">Through guided lectures, discussions, critiques, and project-based work, students develop a clear book concept and move it forward with intention, coherence, and professional rigor.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1292\"><strong>Course Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1471\">The course provides an immersive, project-driven exploration of photographic bookmaking through guided lectures, live discussions, critiques, and practical exercises addressing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Concept Development and Artistic Intent<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Editing and Sequencing for Narrative Flow<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Image Relationships and Visual Rhythm<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Design Strategies for Photographic Books<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Material Considerations and Format Choices<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Introduction to Publishing Options and Production Pathways<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1803\">Preparing a Book Project for Presentation or Printing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1822\"><strong>Class Structure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1884\"><strong>Live Zoom Interaction \/ Full Unlimited Online Forum Access<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"2061\">Instructor feedback and critiques are offered via Zoom throughout the course.<br data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1966\" \/>Sessions are recorded and available for private password-protected viewing at your convenience.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2276\">Live Group Chats \/ Live Zoom Critiques with Dr. Craig Havens<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2276\">24\/7 Access to Course Videos and Materials<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2276\">Online Knowledge Base and Technical Resources<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2276\">Extended Access to Online Course Materials for 2 Months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2322\"><strong>Online Content with Flexible Participation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2538\">Video lectures and content modules are released each week. All online content, class materials, and lectures remain available to students for the duration of the course and for 2 months following the final session.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2562\"><strong>Tuition &amp; Enrollment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2596\">675 USD<\/p>\n<form action=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/cgi-bin\/webscr\" method=\"post\" target=\"_top\"><input name=\"cmd\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"_s-xclick\" \/><br \/>\n<input name=\"hosted_button_id\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"75V7PZR4F2RQS\" \/><br \/>\n<input name=\"currency_code\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"USD\" \/><br \/>\n<input title=\"PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!\" alt=\"Buy Now\" name=\"submit\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paypalobjects.com\/en_US\/i\/btn\/btn_paynow_SM.gif\" type=\"image\" \/><\/form>\n<p data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2688\">Upon payment, your enrollment will be confirmed by email.<br \/>\nFor questions or assistance, please contact us.<br \/>\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"mailto:masterclass@studio642.com\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2686\">masterclass@studio642.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2556\"><strong>Masterclass Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"400\"><strong>7-week Extended Program<\/strong><br \/>\n+ 1 Month Open Study Access<br \/>\n(recordings, materials, and discussion forums remain available)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"768\"><strong data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"490\">Week 1<\/strong><br data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"493\" \/><strong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"531\">Welcome Session &amp; Program Overview<\/strong><br data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"534\" \/><strong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"563\">Saturday, October 3, 2026<\/strong><br data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"566\" \/>Course Introduction &amp; Concept Development<br data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"610\" \/>9:30am PST \u2013 Live Zoom Meeting w\/ Dr. Craig Havens<br data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"663\" \/><strong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"684\">Module 1 Content:<\/strong> Concept, Artistic Intent &amp; Case Studies<br data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"727\" \/>Video Lecture &amp; Discussion\/Feedback Forum<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"919\"><strong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"780\">Week 2<\/strong><br data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"783\" \/><strong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"810\">Independent Work Period<\/strong><br data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"813\" \/><strong>Exploring the ideas of Module 1: The Concept<\/strong><br data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"847\" \/>Research, drafting, and early editing<br data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"887\" \/>Open Discussion &amp; Feedback Forum<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1165\"><strong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"931\">Week 3<\/strong><br data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\" \/><strong data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"953\">Live Session II<\/strong><br data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"956\" \/><strong data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"986\">Saturday, October 17, 2026<\/strong><br data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"989\" \/>Module 1 Work Review &amp; Module 2 Launch<br data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1030\" \/>9:30am PST \u2013 Live Zoom Meeting w\/ Dr. Craig Havens<br data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1083\" \/>Module 2 Content: Editing Strategies &amp; Image Selection<br data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\" \/>Discussion\/Feedback Forum<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1295\"><strong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1177\">Week 4<\/strong><br data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\" \/><strong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1207\">Independent Work Period<br \/>\nExploring the ideas of Module II: The Edit<\/strong><br data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1210\" \/>Applying editing strategies and refining sequences<br data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1263\" \/>Open Discussion &amp; Feedback Forum<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1538\"><strong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1307\">Week 5<\/strong><br data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\" \/><strong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1330\">Live Session III<\/strong><br data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1333\" \/><strong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1363\">Saturday, October 31, 2026<\/strong><br data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\" \/>Module 2 Work Review &amp; Module 3 Launch<br data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1407\" \/>9:30am PST \u2013 Live Zoom Meeting w\/ Dr. Craig Havens<br data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1460\" \/>Module 3 Content: Book Structure &amp; Design Thinking<br data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1513\" \/>Discussion\/Feedback Forum<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1676\"><strong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1550\">Week 6<\/strong><br data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1553\" \/><strong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1580\">Independent Work Period<br \/>\nExploring the ideas of Module III: The Publication<br \/>\n<\/strong>Developing design concepts, sequencing, and narrative flow<br data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\" \/>Open Discussion &amp; Feedback Forum<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1870\"><strong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1688\">Week 7<\/strong><br data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1691\" \/><strong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1730\">Final Live Session &amp; Project Review<\/strong><br data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1733\" \/><strong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1764\">Saturday, November 14, 2026<\/strong><br data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1767\" \/>Review of Module 3 Work &amp; Final Project Directions<br data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1820\" \/>9:30am PST \u2013 Live Zoom Meeting w\/ Dr. Craig Havens<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"2013\"><strong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1892\">Extended Seminar<\/strong><br data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1895\" \/>For 1 month following the final session<br data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\" \/>Online access to all lectures, recordings, and course materials remains live<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3743\"><strong>Instructor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"4192\"><strong>Dr. Craig Havens<\/strong> (PhD) is a visual artist and educator working in the lens-based media of photography, video, and printmaking with over 25 years of experience as a professional photographer, fine artist, and lecturer. Dr. Havens works closely with each participant to situate their book project within broader conversations in photographic history and contemporary practice while supporting the development of a coherent, publishable body of work.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/terms-conditions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Top Image: Photo Book Library. Andreas Schmidt.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4179 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/6087a5b6-b35a-4c62-9100-8c2099aec839.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"893\" height=\"153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/6087a5b6-b35a-4c62-9100-8c2099aec839.jpg 893w, https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/6087a5b6-b35a-4c62-9100-8c2099aec839-300x51.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studio642.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/6087a5b6-b35a-4c62-9100-8c2099aec839-768x132.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 893px) 100vw, 893px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Monograph: Creating The Photo Book \u2013 From Concept To PrintAutumn 2026 \/ Extended 7 Week Masterclass \/ October 3 \u2013 November 12, 2026 This flagship course guides photographers and artists [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5358","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5358","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5358"}],"version-history":[{"count":128,"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5358\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6926,"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5358\/revisions\/6926"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/studio642.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5358"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}