Vessels
by Adele Outteridge
Sound and flight of the currawong
by Wim de Vos
Artists’ books – redefining the book
A virtual exhibition featuring images of selected artists' books from the State Library’s collection.
What is an artist's book
See our definiton of an artist's book.
About artists’ books online
Read a brief overview of the project details.
Find artists’ books
Browse all artists’ books in the project or browse by type or theme. Search for an artists’ book
Artists’ statements
Read an extract from one of the artist’s statements and find out why they are so useful.
For teachers
See the units of work prepared by teachers from different Key Learning Areas and phases of learning.
For students
See the student notes about artists' books in the Education kit.
Australian Library of Art
The Australian Library of Art houses artists’ books from Australia and overseas.
Copyright
All artists’ books featured on this site are in copyright. Find out more about your copyright obligations.
Links to related sites
See other sites about artists’ books.
Artists' Books Online showcases the State Library's artists’ book collection, recognised as one of the best in Australia. Australian and overseas artists’ books are featured from the State Library's Australian Library of Art which incorporates both the James Hardie Library of Australian Fine Arts and the History and Art of the Book Collection.
Education Queensland's e-learning branch provided the education component of the project, designed to closely link to key learning areas through the Learning Place [new window] and promote artists books as a valuable resource for teachers and students in Queensland.
The artists’ books in the State Library's collection are popular with student groups. This project continues to support rural and regional student access to this wonderful collection.
More information
If you have an Australian Library of Art related enquiry, you can get in touch with us in any of the following ways:
For general enquiries:
- Ask at your local Queensland public library
- Other libraries [new window]
Last updated: 26th July 2011
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