Bound Impressions is an exploration into the world of book arts and creative paper design. But beyond this focus, it's also a celebration of the role the arts, design and creativity plays in the fabric of our lives.

Journal with leather spine and shell design cover
Journal with leather spine and shell design cover
Single signature hand painted acrylic cover - front cover
Single signature hand painted acrylic cover - front cover

About Michael Fliess

Michael has a background in the arts, nonprofit and health sectors. He has coordinated creative programs, been a leader in the area of volunteer engagement and spent much of his career developing programs for clients in community, hospital, and palliative care settings. He has worked extensively with newcomers and individuals with chronic and mental health illness. He is also passionate about training, mentorship, and co-generational partnerships with a broad range of experience in these areas.

Michael is a graduate of OCADU, and studied at the Kendal College of Art and Design, Anderson Ranch Arts Centre and Canadian Book Binders & Book Artists Guild. His education also includes the areas of training and volunteer management.

Michael has taught book arts workshops in various community settings and co-founded a nonprofit that delivered creative workshops for individuals with chronic health and mental health illnesses.

Bound Impressions about Michael Fliess
Bound Impressions about Michael Fliess

“The devotion that gives the inspiration to teach, is also the devotion that gives the humility to go on learning"
Sogyal Rinpoche