VOLUMES is a non-profit organisation which was created and is managed by Anne-Laure Franchette, Gloria Wismer and Patrizia Mazzei to support the DIY-facet of publishing and introduce it to a larger audience. VOLUMES organises an annual book fairdedicated to showcase local and international independent publishers and self-editing artists who use small means of production. Events such as workshops and talks also take place regularly during the year, in a variety of Swiss Art Spaces.
«We want to focus specifically on independent publishers and artists who produce incredible work with very little financial aid. VOLUMES is meant to be a platform for these talented and proactive practitioners. » explains Anne-Laure Franchette. «Books are familiar objects that everyone recognises. It can be less intimidating to pick up a book than to enter a gallery. Books showcase an infinite variety of content and are a great medium for artists to present their work to a wider public. Especially in the context of a fair like ours where the producers are in direct contact with the audience.â€
Event informations
VOLUMES 2015, Independent Art Publishing Fair, Zürich
Address: Kunstraum Walcheturm, 8004 Zürich
Opening: Friday 27th of November (6pm till 10pm)
Day Fair: Saturday 28th of November (midday till 8pm)
Email address: volumes.zurich@gmail.com
Blog address: http://volumes-zurich.tumblr.com
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