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Why I Keep Returning to the Shape of a House
Looking back over decades of making, I've realized that one shape has quietly (and consistently) found its way into my work: the house. From early fiber art to handmade books, House Notes, and my sculptural House Forms, this essay reflects on the thread that has connected them all—and why I continue returning to this enduring symbol of memory, place, and the stories we carry.

Melanie Grant
Jul 194 min read


Why I Choose Khadi Paper for My Handmade Books and Mixed Media Artwork
Discover why Khadi paper has become one of my favorite materials for handmade books, sketchbooks, watercolor, collage, and mixed media artwork, and what makes it so unique.

Melanie Grant
Jul 85 min read


Letters From Aix - Handmade Artist Books
What began as weekly emails from my cousin's time in Aix-en-Provence gradually became inspiration for a collection of handmade artist books. This is the story behind Letters From Aix and the creative journey that transformed correspondence into art.

Melanie Grant
Jun 293 min read


Letters From Aix: How Travel Letters Inspired a Series of Handmade Artist Books
An early look at the imagery and inspiration behind Letters From Aix, a forthcoming series of handmade artist books shaped by travel, texture, and quiet observation.

Melanie Grant
Jun 165 min read


The Woodland Series: Handbound Books Rooted in Texture and Place
The Woodland Series is a collection of handbound books built from original collage work, natural materials, and a refined approach to structure and form.

Melanie Grant
Apr 212 min read
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