Claire Summerville

As a designer, bookseller and librarian, I am interested in the multidisciplinary dialogue that exists at the intersection of design, publishing arts and information technology. With a focus on art books, publication and editorial design, my practice infuses experimental making methods with print-based media.

The Index

The Index is a curated coded selection of accessible artbook resources. Each resource entry is free to access and interact with, and the site prompts users to suggest their own addition to the ever-growing body of knowledge - enhancing audience reception and access.

The Library

The Library is a digital collection of downloadable publications that were researched and designed in correlation with The Index project. Each publication respectively provides commentary on various facets of the practices of art book design, publishing and distribution.

Design Research Kit

A tangible, mini zine publication, this Design Research Kit explores the disparity in cultural tastes and its embedment in art book inaccessibility. Complete with a bookmark, library card and a questionnaire/personal reflection form

DRK Promotional Material

Promotional material for DRK: bookmarks, pamphlets and posters dispersed throughout local bookstores and small press collectives.

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