Artist's Bio

Laurie Weiss became hooked on book structures in 1991, and worked to expand her knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods for binding books.  She makes books that are both artistic and functional, creating journals and artist books that meld the visual with the tactile.  Laurie is also the director of the biennial Focus on Book Arts, a 5-day event held in Forest Grove OR encompassing workshops, keynote address, artists' shop, exhibit, and evening receptions.