Conference Schedule
Conference Schedule
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Thursday, November 06
9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Pre-Conference Workshops (fee, limited enrollment) | Tunnel Books with Lili Sharp and Christina Thomas, or Get Moving with your Moving Images! with Michael Gates and Ben Harry | |
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Friday, November 07
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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The Hidden World of Utah Book Arts | Plenary Panel in the Library Auditorium | |
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Friday, November 07
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
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First Seminars and Gallery Strolls | Seminars and Gallery Strolls (limited enrollment) | |
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Friday, November 07
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
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Luncheon Speaker | The Early Tumultuous Years of Brigham Young University (Luncheon Fee) | |
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Friday, November 07
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
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Last Seminars and Gallery Strolls | Seminars and Gallery Strolls (limited enrollment) | |
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Friday, November 07
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
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Jane was Here: A Publishing Journey | Closing Plenary in the Library Auditorium |
By Study and By Faith Gallery Tour
Cory Nimer & Gordon Daines, BYU Library — Level 1 Gallery
Brigham Young University is, at its heart, a community—one that fosters learning, scholarship, and spiritual development. This sense of community is intentionally created and consciously maintained. It is seen in the physical campus, the relationship between the Church and the university, the approach to scholarship, and the expectations of students. This exhibit looks at how each aspect of this community is rooted in the Lord’s advice to “seek learning, even by study and also by faith” (Doctrine & Covenants 88: 118). During this gallery stroll, exhibit curators will highlight how the collections held by the University Archives can tell the university’s unique story.
The Big World of Miniature Books
Cindy Brightenburg — 4507 HBLL
This session invites attendees into the fascinating world of small books—volumes no larger than the palm of your hand, yet rich in history, purpose, and craftsmanship. We will trace the historical development of miniature books from early religious texts and portable almanacs to novelty items and artistic expressions. The session will explore the diverse uses of miniature books, from tools of devotion to objects of whimsy and technical mastery. The session will conclude with a curated showcase of miniature books from the L. Tom Perry Special Collections, offering a rare glimpse into the depth of this specialized format.
Gallery Tour: Earthbound and Heavenward: The Sacred Art of Discipleship
Maddie Blonquist — Museum of Art Lobby
Throughout the history of Christian art, artists have explored the gaps between earth and heaven. The new exhibit Earthbound and Heavenward features five centuries of artworks from the Museum of Art and L. Tom Perry Special Collections, including new works by living artists—demonstrating how often we find the sacred approaching us in mundane, everyday details. More information about the exhibit can be found at https://moa.byu.edu/. Meet at the Museum of Art reception desk for a docent-led tour.
A Hands-On History of BYU Student Publications, 1880-1990
Greg Seppi — 6525 HBLL (Friends Room)
From the earliest days of BYU’s history, when it was still only an academy, into the present, students have expressed their thoughts and feelings through newspapers and other publications. Officially sanctioned voices captured popular notions of appropriate journalism and speech in periodicals such as the Academic Review (1884-1885), the B. Y. A. Student (1891), the White and Blue (1897-1921), the Y News (1921-1946), and of course the Brigham Young Universe (1948-1956). Unofficial student publications shared literary, academic, or social interests. Others printed criticism of university leaders and policies. Many collectors of Latter-day Saint books and other documents will be familiar with the Seventh East Press, an unofficial BYU student newspaper printed from 1981 through 1983, when it was banned from campus bookstores. Other student-led publication projects included BYU’s earliest yearbooks and student directories. A variety of local advertisers also sponsored a range of “guides” for students, including primers for dating and group activities, some written by students. This seminar will explore as many flavors of BYU student publications as we can get through in a little under an hour and fifteen minutes. While most student voices have moved online, zines and one-off broadside posters still appear on campus to this day. We will spend as much time as possible working with hands-on with publications ranging from the 1880s to the 2010s.
Photomanipulation
Jamie Wiser & Anne Ashton
The French photographer, Jacques-Henri Lartigue, once said, “Photography, to me, is catching a moment which is passing, and which is true.” While photography was initially seen as a truth-capturing medium, artists quickly figured out ways to manipulate the form. While the digital age has continued to blur the line between reality and fiction, it is important to understand the root of what appears to be a common human experience, manipulating our view of truth. We invite you to consider the reason that photographic artists may have manipulated their work and perhaps even view your historical photographs through a new lens.
The Hidden World of Utah Book Arts
Chris McAfee, Lili Sharp, Michael Sharp, Christina Thomas, Jen Watson — 1060 HBLL (Alice Louise Reynolds Auditorium)
For those who are passionate about bookbinding, book conservation, and other book arts pursuits, there is an abundance of resources and opportunities to learn—if they know where to look. So where are all these hidden opportunities? This panel brings together voices from both on and off campus to introduce the vibrant world of book arts and to share how BYU’s Visual Arts Department, the BYU Library, the University of Utah, and community groups across the Wasatch Front can help you to pursue education or a career in book arts, conservation, and preservation. From campus classes and resources to local groups, from accessing grant funds to hands-on workshops, there are countless ways to get involved—both during college and beyond.
Jane Was Here: A Publishing Journey
Lexi K. Nilson, Nicole Jacobsen, Devynn McLennan Dayton — 1060 HBLL (Alice Louise Reynolds Auditorium)
In 2018, a BYU student learning grant brought together three undergraduate Austenites to pursue a vision of producing a travel guide of Jane Austen sites. After months of planning and research, illustrator Lexi K. Nilson and writers Nicole Jacobsen and Devynn MacLennan Dayton spent two weeks in England retracing Austen's footsteps and carriage tracks, and exploring locations featured in her novels and wildly popular television and film adaptations. Upon their return, they set to creating the illustrations and text that were eventually published as Jane Was Here: An Illustrated Guide to Jane Austen’s England (now available in a new edition from Quadrille Publishing). As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of Austen’s birth, the authors will reflect on the life-changing journey of creating their book, and on the lasting influence of Austen's beloved words, worlds, and stories.