1. Who is this class best for?
Artist who want to make and publish a book but aren't sure HOW.
It suits people who have some work in progress and are considering publishing, either through self-publishing or who want to learn how they can approach a publisher.
This is for folks who want practical and actionable information and help enjoying the process of making and publishing a book.
If you're new to publishing and it's a bit overwhelming then this should be great for you. If you know a bit but haven't taken the leap, then this is great for you also.
This suits people who want to learn but don't want to be lectured. There's hands on parts, questions, real talk and no bs.
2. What do participants learn?
Each day is grouped around some key questions. There'll be lots of examples, physical objects, time for questions and a very two-way street approach to learning.
Day 1
a) Why make a book at all?
b) What does the process of publishing a book look like?
c) What do I need to know to get started?
d) How can I get started with editing and sequence?
e) How can I get started with design? Should I?
Day 2
a) Dummy making: what and why
b) Should I self-publish or try and get a publisher?
c) What are the costs of publishing? How does the money work?
d) How do I go from working on something to actually having it made?
e) Photobook: then what?
Each day will have a lunch break and PLENTY of activities, this is not a lecture.
3. Who is teaching?
Matt Dunne is the instructor.
A bit about Matt, he has:
a) Self published 3 books
b) Has published his own work with an international publisher
c) Owns and co-runs Tall Poppy Press
d) Regularly writes, reviews and critiques photobooks - read some of his writing here
e) Worked in Education for more than a decade and likes teaching and has mentored photography students (so he has some good experience!)
4. Where and when is this happening?
March 25th and 26th, 10am-4pm
Swinburne University, Melbourne
Close to public transport, plenty of lunch spots and a really nice park.
5. Can I participate online?
At this stage no. We aren't offering that yet.
But if you'd like to, please email [email protected] and maybe that's something we can look into ASAP
6. Will you review my work and help me make it great?
Not quite.
This class is a bit more about equipping folks with knowledge and skills that tackle some of these things on your own.
If what you think you'd like some one-on-one help with your specific work please get in touch: [email protected]
7. Should I need to have something ready to publish before participating?
No, not at all.
8. What's included?
Participants will receive:
1. A forward email with all details (location, map, what to bring)
2. Two days of classes (10am-4pm each day)
3. An emailed copy of the resources used - don't worry, the powerpoint will be mailed out
Lunch is not included.
9. I'd like to learn a bit more
Sure - send an email to [email protected], let's chat :)