There's a small strip of concrete that has caught my attention.
Fairfax Avenue.
Part One of The Fairfax Series: Family Bookstore
Recently I got an invite to a book release at
the
'Family' bookstore on Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles.
With no preconceived notions on what type of bookstore it was,
Emily and I decided to brave the rain and check it out.
"Touchable Sound", is exactly that.
Imagine an in depth look into how album covers are created.
Rather than just one artist creating the work
then digitally printing it out on a conventional record cover,
artists and bands take the responsibility of pressing a creative
record cover into their own hands.
'Family' invited the authors, artists and contributors for the book,
"Touchable Sound",
to their store to tell us a more in depth story about the book and the records.
"Touchable Sound", 2010 Cover.
'Family' bookstore has all types of rare creative finds.
When you are entering their store, you see original artwork like this one below.
Prints from 'Family's' current photo exhibit,
"Victory Over Darkness" photos by D.V. Devincentis
On show through October 22nd.
Staircase style displays show some of 'Family's' rare books, zines, and music.
Window reflection outside 'Family'.
Window reflection outside 'Family' with Emily.
SoundScreen Design member Mike Treff, and three other contributors
led a powerpoint discussion on the making of the book.
They explained that this book takes the art of making 7 inch records
and the stories that follow, from across the country.
Brian Roettinger, Graphic Designer. One of the record designers and artists.
Check out his work
here.
Britt Brown and a friend I don't know the name of, but was there that night.
Britt is also one of the record designers and artists.
Look further down this post to see the jacket he was wearing that night.
Justin Pearson, musician, record design and artist.
Here are some examples of the 7 inches.
Series of "Bored Fortress" records.
This album was made with silver ink.
Velcro to seal the record cover up.
I told you that jacket was the best.
