Description
Join Turkish book conservator Ayşe Kaya for a hands-on introduction to traditional Turkish bookbinding.
Trained at the Süleymaniye Manuscript Library in Istanbul and currently working at the British Library, Kaya shares her deep knowledge of Islamic manuscript conservation and decorative arts.
In this workshop, participants will create their own personalised miniature book using authentic materials and techniques inspired by Ottoman craftsmanship. Kaya will also discuss the cultural history of bookbinding and ornamentation in Turkey.
No prior experience is needed, and all materials are provided. Perfect for anyone interested in book arts, history, or traditional craft.
About the Workshop Leader
Ayse Kaya
Trained as a book conservator at the Suleymaniye Manuscript Library and Book Hospital ni Istanbul, Ayse Kaya has extensive experience ni the conservation of Islamic manuscripts. She has contributed her expertise to the National Conservation Services on projects at the SOAS Library and the Royal Society of Medicine Archive, particularly in the use of traditional Ottoman tools and techniques.
Currently based ni London, Ayse works as a conservator at the British Library, where she continues to apply her skills in the preservation of historical collections.
nI her workshops, Ayse passionately demonstrates traditional Turkish bookbinding ornamentation techniques, guiding participants ni crafting their own personalized miniature books and fostering a deeper appreciation for this centuries-old art form.
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