Rubber Soul * Sandra Mizumoto Posey

A Documented Study of Subversive Postal Art and Stamped Mediums. Step away from traditional gallery spaces and explore a vibrant underground creative community. Written by folklife scholar Sandra Mizumoto Posey, this book focuses on a unique subculture: the world of correspondence art. Posey traces the history of using hand-carved and commercial rubber stamps as tools for serious artistic expression, connecting modern practices back to historic Mesopotamian cylinder seals.

The text maps out the daily practices and material logistics of seven prominent rubber-stamp artists. Instead of using electronic networks, these creators communicate by decorating letters, envelopes, and packages, transforming the public postal system into an interactive canvas. Posey breaks down how this grassroots movement evolved into a major industry, balancing DIY techniques with the philosophies of art movements like Dadaism. Featuring artist profiles and artifact examples, this short volume offers a clear look at how ordinary tools are utilized to build a shared creative community. 

First Published 1996. This Edition 1997 by University Press of Mississippi.