What occurs when an artist engages with the book format or concept, not merely to document or illustrate their work but as its own artistic practice? In this context, Artists' Books come in a wide variety of forms, ranging from luxurious letterpress editions with original prints to replicated pamphlets, 3D objects, and modified pre-existing books. The Sheppard Library holds a varied collection of artists' books, all of which can be accessed in the Materials Room.
Sophie Calle, Take Care of Yourself, 2007, Sheppard Library collection