Saturday April 18, 2026 | 2:00 – 4:00pm
Location: RU House at Colonels Row, Building #404B on Governors Island (map)
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Free Workshop
Limited to 12 participants. RSVP required.
In this hands-on workshop led by Hayley Ferber (2023 & 2024 RU curator alum), participants will discover how everyday materials can be transformed into beautiful, functional books through creative bookbinding with recycled elements.
Using items such as scrap paper, discarded packaging, and found materials, participants will learn simple binding techniques to construct unique handmade books. Through cutting, folding, and stitching, students will give new life to overlooked materials while exploring the expressive possibilities of sustainable book arts.
All levels are welcome. Materials are provided and participants will leave with their own one-of-a-kind handmade book.
About
Hayley Ferber is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores nautical themes through artist books, prints and paintings. Born on Long Island and now based in Brooklyn, Hayley delves into the layered, symbolic world of maritime culture, where sea life, ships, and cartography serve as metaphors for struggle, resilience, and transformation. She received her MAT in Art & Design Education from RISD and a BS in Studio Art from NYU. Hayley has exhibited solo at Yashar Gallery and in group shows at Kalamazoo Book Art Center, AIR Gallery, 440 Gallery, Established Gallery, and BWAC among others. She has participated in residencies at Eutopia, In Situ Polyculture Commons, Ou-Atelier, Cuttyhunk Island Artist Residency and ChaNorth. Hayley is also an independent curator, educator and consultant, providing professional development for artists.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
RU is grateful for the partnership with Governors Island Arts.
