Boekie Woekie & Friends | Manifestation

Support & become part of the big BOEKIE WOEKIE & FRIENDS manifestation in Arti et Amicitiae, Amsterdam! Donate now!

[...] It feels to me like a quietly vital organ in the body of postmodern European art, a hectic temple of experiment, attention and care. If I feel depressed about, I don’t know… Elon Musk, then I just remember Boekie Woekie exists too.

Max Porter | Cultural highlights | the Guardian

BOEKIE WOEKIE & FRIENDS
Manifestation in Arti et Amicitae, Amsterdam

Ever wondered what artists' books are about and what fun and joy they are to the inquisitive mind? Please support us in realizing the unique manifestation ‘Boekie Woekie and Friends ’in Arti et Amicitiae. Artist books, installations, readings & performances!

Why this event?
Boekie Woekie, the internationally acclaimed iconic artists' bookstore, nestled in Amsterdam's popular area ‘De Negen Straatjes’ (‘Nine Small Streets’), faces relocation due to soaring retail rents.

As the familiar door of Boekie Woekie closes, its treasures find a new home in the grand exhibition space of Arti et Amicitiae, an artist’s society founded in 1839.

From Jan. 12 until Feb. 23 in 2024 Arti et Amicitiae
transforms into a mega Boekie Woekie show and a haven of creativity; an art manifestation featuring the renowned Boekie Woekie collection, the Boekiewoekies themselves and members of its vibrant community.

Participators
Boekie Woekie welcomes a wave of talent, with artists not only contributing artist’s books but also installations, sculptures, and 2D artworks. The event is brought to life by the collective genius of Jan Voss, Henriëtte van Egten, and Rúna Thorkelsdottir, alongside their illustrious artist friends.

Beside all the publications, expect the special contributions and the presence of Maria Barnas, Arthur Van Beek, Jaap Blonk, Kristján Thorlacius. Finnsson, Michael Gibbs, Eva Gonggrijp, Kristján Gudmundsson, Sigurdur Gudmundsson, Dorothy Iannone, Erik Kessels, King Og Bong, Mariana Lanari, Babeth Mondini van Loo, Kraftgalli, Raul Marroquin, Pascal Plantinga, gj de Rook, Dieter Roth, Joseph Semah, Oey Tjeng Sit, Styrmir Örn Gudmundsson, GJ de Rook, Dick Verdult, Guido van der Werve, and many others.

Curated by Jan Voss & Eva Gonggrijp

Lots of activities
Amidst the vast collection of books and publications of hundreds of artist, our manifestation unfolds as an ongoing spectacle. Prepare to be immersed by live performances, engaging lectures, experimental sound concerts, underground culture, a print & publishing workshop and witness the posthumous performance ‘How to become a book’. Beside, when you are an artist who makes artis't books, you may be one of our participants..

Throughout the exhibition’s period, anticipate a plethora of intriguing events, including a grand opening, performances, lectures and a memorable Bookieball Finissage.
Step into the VR time capsule and immerse yourself in this miraculous artistic legacy. It will be a fantastic ride into the Great Wide Open of Artist’s Books – whatever it is you wouldn’t have dared to imagine, you’ll find at Boekie Woekie & Friends.

The collective will be present during the whole period and the young artist Krtistján Thorlacius. Finnsson will produce a book a day (in-situ with guests and visitors).

Financial support needed!
Though generously supported by the Amsterdam Fund for the Arts, the overwhelming response from international artists- performers for participation in the Fringe Program, and more technical support and transport cost required as calculated, necessitates additional financial support.

Why support us?
Boekie Woekie is not just a bookstore; it is a cultural hub, for local and Icelandic artists. They nurtured local artists and creativity for years. By supporting this exhibition, you’ll help inspire and support future generations of artists and provide art and book lovers with new and stimulating insights. Your donation enables the organizers to host these events, giving artists a platform to showcase their talents and ideas to a wider audience and to make it work technically.

We invite you to play a pivotal role in shaping our program and extend a warm invitation to witness the wonders hidden within Boekie Woekie's living sculpture.

Your participation will make this celebration complete. Stay tuned for updates!
The full programme will be visible soon at
https://www.arti.nl/tentoonstelling/boekiewoekie/

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