Creativity; like information; is free to everyone who steps into a library. The Artists Library offers the idea that an artist is any person who uses creative tools to make new things; and the guidance and resources to make libraries of all sizes and shapes come alive as spaces for art-making and cultural engagement. Case studies included in the book range from the crafty (pop-up books) to the community-minded (library galleries) to documentary (photo projects) to the technically complex ("listening" to libraries via Dewey decimal frequencies).The Library as Incubator Project was created by Erinn Batykefer; Laura Damon-Moore; and Christina Endres. It highlights the ways that libraries and artists can work together; and works to strengthen these partnerships. By calling attention to one of the many reasons libraries are important to our communities and our culture; it provides a dynamic online forum for sharing ideas.Erinn Batykefer is a librarian; a writer; and a lifelong do-it-yourselfer. She earned an MFA in writing and a Master of Library and Information Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her first poetry collection; Allegheny; Monongahela; won the Benjamin Saltman Poetry Prize.Laura Damon-Moore is a librarian; blogger; and avid art-maker in her spare time. Laura received her masters degree in Library and Information Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2012.Jessica Pigza is the assistant curator in the New York Public Librarys Rare Book Division. She also writes on handmade material culture; DIY; and handicrafts at Hand-Made Librarian.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. The Gullah Guide was like reading "the other part of the story untoldBy Carmencita StewartA Gullah Guide to Charleston .... was helpful to me when I toured Charleston with my reading group- The Last Page. As a means to celebrate six ladies rode the train from Virginia to Charleston; SC after reading the book; "Girl on the Train." I was able to follow the tour guide Mr. Brown as he pointed out the highlights of Charleston. Although the written Gullah language was challenging the English narrative was a benefit for me. The Gullah Guide was like reading "the other part of the story untold."0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Must read if you are thinking of visiting CharlestonBy R. CampbellThe book is great; but the tour was even better.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book explaining many of the must-see sights of Charleston ...By Amy CominExcellent book explaining many of the must-see sights of Charleston with an added bonus of explanations given in the Gullah language. Alphonso Brown is a fountain of information and he delivers it in a most delightful and interesting way!
