The Business of Art
The Business of Art welcomes a wide range of guest speakers who have made art their career. Hear their stories and benefit from their experiences and knowledge. This program is free for Museum members; otherwise a donation of $5 is suggested. Some in-depth programs may have additional fees. The Business of Art is made possible by the generosity of the FMH Foundation.
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Morgan Davis Gieringer
"Tiny Books"
Sunday, March 3, 2:30 pm
Miniature books tell a big story. Usually defined as books less than three inches tall, miniatures have been produced since antiquity. Ranging in subject matter from children’s literature to propaganda, these tiny tomes were originally created to be easily carried or concealed. Miniature books are still a popular medium today and can be highly collectable for both their literary content and artistic creation. Morgan Davis Gieringer, head of archives and rare books at the University of North Texas Libraries, will discuss the school’s collection of over 4,000 miniature books and the reasons behind collecting these small treasures.
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