Book Design and Paper Shaping

This study programme is focused on work with paper and similar materials in relation to spatial design. As a natural follow-up of the study field Book Illustration and Book Editing, students gain insight into the area of artistic bookbinding, they learn how to work with non-standard printed materials and how to create cut-outs and folded puzzles. Students discover the magic of the packaging design,

In the field of bookbinding, students gain practical experience related to the basic technologies of book production. Within the category of packaging, students master the principles of visual communication, as well as the fundamentals of making cartoons and folding picture-books, and paper packaging. Moreover, they learn how to work with various graphic editors. Students create large-format artworks made of paper and related materials for exhibitions, gallery expositions, or advertising presentations. As it could not be otherwise, they will have the possibility to create their own personal pieces of art.

After graduation, students become independent creators, launch their own business or become members of creative teams in book binding, printing, advertising, culture or education.