A small book on small objects.

Lots of books keep to a certain size, but what if a book is small. (5x5x1cm.) Does that still attract the eye of the reader?

Large objects or pieces of art easily impress or impose. Does that also work with small objects? Research during my artist in residency in Cardiff about how great the impact of small objects is in peoples lives resulted in an interesting collection and insight.

On Facebook and in emails I asked people to post me a photograph of a small object that makes big impact in their lives. The object should not be larger than 10 cm. in diameter and other than jewelry. A short description of the impact this small object has, should be added.

Remarkable was to discover in people and in the objects presented, the tipping point when the object is an ordinary tool or object and when it becomes a piece of ‘jewelry’ becoming a loved and respected object.

Objects are dead ornaments in our lives, but brought to life by our own minds and sometimes assigned special powers. When and how do these small gems change our lives? Shown in this booklet, is a selection of the objects sent to me. The choices show warm feelings and thankfulness towards the objects; memories people add and sometimes superstition.

The book itself became a small treasure. The inside is printed on paper; the outside is made from bronze. The book is custom made in an edition of 6. Also a complete paper copy is available. Visitors of this website who feel inspired, please send me a photograph with a short description of a small object that has great impact on your life. Please send it to: Elly Baltus