
30 Sep Check Out Maker Books in Ignite
by Kris Hurst
Check out maker books in Ignite! Ignite is building up a collection of printed material related to art and making. We have an adult collection. And we offer books for school aged children. Find both collections located on the moving shelving units in Ignite.
Check Out Maker Books in Ignite
Children’s Books in Ignite
Our children’s collection features many informative and fun titles. Check out the series of books labeled 10 Minute Projects for quick projects meant to spark creativity and learning. These books cover anything from no-sew to kitchen science to engineering projects. Peruse books that aim to highlight a number of different artists, providing a brief overview of their work and life such as Famous Artists in History by Kelly Milner Halls.
One of my favorite children’s books is Unbound: The Life + Art of Judith Scott by Joyce Scott with Brie Spangler and Melissa Sweet. Judith’s sister, Joyce, tells the story of her twin sister, born with Down Syndrome. Judy was institutionalized for 35 years, and then reunited with her sister. Joyce takes Judy to a local art studio, where Judy taps into her creativity when introduced to an assortment of natural materials. Judy begins to work with the materials. She wraps and bundles them in unique ways, creating sculptures that go on to be featured in museums around the world. Her introduction to these simple materials transforms her life and enriches those around her and beyond.
If you have books you would like to see in Ignite, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We ask our Makers-in-Residence and teaching artists for suggestions, but would love to hear from our patrons as well!