The book project documenting the state of his home has been the main inspiration for Jim's show, and the opening will mark the release of two versions of the book: the limited edition, hand-bound, artist-made version, and a soft-cover version printed through CreateSpace published by Waine and Kenny Riches publishing company, Little Zion. The handmade edition will be two hard cover books--the photos of the house (taken by Tj Nelson), and the writing about Jim and the house written by me (Cara Despain)--both hand bound by Mary Toscano. They come in a specially crafted, fitted box (adorned on the exterior with singular collage work by Jim), and each book also will also have an individually made dust jacket. This edition of ten is the centerpiece of the show; using the book itself as the medium, they have been created as part of the work for the exhibition. They look so amazing! A lot of work has gone into these pieces.
The second book will be a commercially printed version--a combination of some of the photos from the limited edition and the writing, and will also be available at the openings. If you don't obtain one of the limited edition, but still want to experience the home, this is another option--we feel like providing a context for Jim and his work offers a very interesting and vital insight.
