Bay Area Book Artists

Bay Area Book Artists is a group of independent artists bound together by a passion for the book arts. The group meets twice monthly. On the first Sunday of each month we meet for four hours for share studio time and for mini-workshops or demonstrations run by members. On the third Thursday of each month we meet to plan events, exchange information and share books in-progress. Since 1995, BABA has presented exhibitions at local galleries and museums. In 2002 BABA members organized the first Book Arts Jam at Foothill College. This event has entertained and educated the public each year since. BABA welcomes new members.

Calendar of BABA Events

About Membership and Joining BABA

The Book Arts Jam

The Book Art Jam is BABA's annual celebration of book art. Held at the Foothill College Los Altos Hills Campus in mid October, it has taken many forms as guided by the organizing member volunteers. Sometimes in the form of a book fair, providing space to individual artists and organizations. Sometimes staged as an activity day featuring demonstrations, hands on activities and panel discussions. Sometimes a blending of these two event styles. Many times the event includes an exhibition of BABA members' art. Always there is inspiration and education in large measure.

Book Arts Jam

Contact Information

If you have questions or would like more information, please send an email to info@bayareabookartists.org.

Goals and Evolving Mission

Create a community of book artists who support, mentor, laugh, cry, encourage creativity and celebrate with each other.

Nurture the artistic growth and talents of book artists through sharing ideas, techniques, resources, research and enlightenment.

Expand horizons in the book arts by making books, organizing exhibitions and maintaining and furthering an awareness of the greater community of book artists and book arts.

Educate the public about the uniqueness of the book arts as a cultural force, enjoyable activity and experiential art form.

Be an organization of volunteers who respect diversity, honor the contributions of others, take risks and enjoy what we do.

Volunteer Leaders

This list acknowledges the incredible contributions by BABA members to our community. Members are welcome to volunteer, engage, make suggestions and participate at anytime. Blanks below indicate a need for someone to assist. Contact information available to members.

Communications