bookdummypress is an independent publishing company, bookstore and project space that specializes in artist publications. Founded in 2011 by photographers Shiori Kawasaki and Victor Sira, bookdummypress aims to keep the compelling authenticity of a traditional book dummy - a live artifact filled with creative layers and elements normally omitted from the final product - largely intact. With expertise in design, publishing, and rare and out-of-print books, the printing outfit uses collaboration as its guiding principle. BDP also directs workshops that teach the history of book construction, editing, and design.