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Camisole de Force art book

Camisole de Force book cover with photographed garments on dress forms

This mixed-media installation was transformed into a book designed to serve as a promotional piece for the artist. The work already carried a strong visual language, materials and social context, so the design needed to organize and support that material without distracting from the artist’s vision. Each piece establishes the character of its own spread. Large details highlight materials and textures, while full-object photographs, the artist’s writing, research and quotations provide context. A consistent layout system gives the book structure while allowing the artwork to remain dominant.

Open Camisole de Force spread with detail photography and artist writing
“Communication and understanding of my vision was excellent. Ellen is creative and her ideas are fresh and relevant. Ellen was timely, and prompt with deadlines. We created a book of my art and I am over the moon about how it came out! I would highly recommend Ellen for anyone’s project.”
Camisole de Force first spread
Camisole de Force second spread
Camisole de Force third spread
Camisole de Force fourth spread