Gracie Crawford

Monocotyledon Photo Books For Sale

Monocotyledon was one of the first amusing word I ever learned, symbolising the playful nature of childhood and the joy of discovery. This book is not so much about monocotyledons themselves, but a tribute to those cherished childhood memories that linger with us. It explores how ideas are captured and preserved through photography, blending both historical and modern techniques. The project plays with the tension between the impermanence of a moment and the permanence of an image, reflecting on how some memories remain vivid and clear, while others fade and blur over time. Through this exploration, Monocotyledon invites reflection on the fragility of memory and the passing of time.






Photo Book: £45 each

A handmade Japanese-stitched photo book of 20 pages, in a limited edition of two, telling a simple story inspired by the Monocotyledon. This single-stemmed plant serves as a metaphor for the creation of cameraless imagery, responding to childhood memories.

The photo book includes:

  • 2 blue flyleafs
  • 2 concertina pages
  • 2 acetate reusable worksheets
  • Edition of two

Dimensions:

  • Box: Custom size
  • Book: 19.3cm x 29.6cm (20 pages)
  • Acetates: 19.3cm x 27.6cm
  • Concertina Pages: 19.3cm x 42cm

Materials:

  • Main book printed on 170gsm matte paper
  • Concertina pages on 220gsm artist paper


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