«volumes art publishing days»

The ‘volumes art publishing days’ is a two-day fair for zines and art books, at which local and international independent publishers, as well as self-published artists, present their publications. The focus is on an exciting selection of publishers and artists who work with small-scale production methods and present their works to a wide audience. The fair is accompanied by a programme of selected activities such as workshops, the volumes Book Club, talks, games, interactive exhibitions, performances and other exciting formats centred on the theme of art publications.

 Accessibility information

• Step-free access

• No age restriction

• Languages: The workshops, book clubs, and discussions at the fair tables are conducted in spoken English and/or German and are not amplified.

• Sensory triggers: The event takes place in a fair setting where people move between the stands at their own pace. Except during the first hour of each day, there is no limit on the number of people in the room, so it can get crowded and cramped. The lighting is steady and does not flicker. The many publications displayed on the tables and the interactive parts of the programme can cause numerous visual and auditory stimuli. 

• Quiet Hour: On Saturday from 12 pm to 1 pm and on Sunday from 11 am to 12 pm, the event will take place in a more relaxed atmosphere. The number of visitors per room will be limited to 60 people max. In addition, exhibitors will refrain from proactively approaching visitors during this time. During this time, no additional programme (such as workshops or talks) will take place.

• Interaction between visitors and exhibitors: People who would like to attend the event without being actively approached by exhibitors can pick up a red lanyard at the information desk in Nordflügel.

• Workshop participation: The number of participants in the workshops is limited, and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis without prior registration. People who want to reserve a spot due to their access needs can contact hello@volumeszurich.ch in advance or talk to the Infopoint at Nordflügel on the day of the event.

• Seating: With the exception of a few seating areas, most of the event takes place while standing. Beanbags for people with access needs are available upon request at the information desk in the Nordflügel.

• Content Notes: The publications presented may contain sensitive content. The selection of works is at the discretion of the respective publishers. Racist, discriminatory, or otherwise inhumane content will not be accepted.