I'm looking back at ledgers today. I mentioned here I would be showing these in the middle of sharing artist book images.
What's the difference between a ledger and an artist book?
An artist book is very 'freely' created, it's play, it's creating without a plan, creating without a specific brief in mind.
A ledger is much more focused, there is a starting point and an intended outcome. Colour studies, stitch studies are important as is the presence of those throughout the documentation process. There needs to be cohesion, the work needs to flow seamlessly from page to page.
I only work in ledger format if I am teaching that process so have many more artist books than I do ledgers.
Finally, happy birthday Helen. We couldn't love you more or be prouder of you than we are.
Can't wait to see you on May 23rd and spend time with you in London in June.
Have the most wonderful birthday and save me some cake xxx