Beginning Illumination :Learning the Ancient Art, Step by Step
Beginning Illumination :Learning the Ancient Art, Step by Step
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28 June, 2016
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This photo-filled guide offers you all the information you need to begin the fascinating ancient art of illumination, and then to improve your skills.
A short history of the art, including photos of some of the world's great medieval masterpieces, gives you context, and then you're introduced to the materials and basic techniques.
- First learn the proper ways of preparing your parchment, selecting pigments, gilding, and using color.
- Next, the five steps of illuminating are clearly taught in detail.
- By learning to create friezes, detailed human faces, flourishes, creatures such as dragons and elephants, and much more, you'll discover a skill that has crossed the centuries.
Today, illumination can be used to add a special flair to diplomas, invitations, family trees, or a memorable event like a wedding, a birthday, or an anniversary.
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780764350276 |
| ISBN10 | 0764350277 |
| Number Of Pages | 80 |
| Item Weight | 680 g |
| Publisher / Reseller | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Format | hardback |
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Author's Bio
Claire Travers has been a craftsperson in illumination since 2001. Fascinated by medieval techniques and following ancient formulas of Theophilus, Dimier, and Cennino Cennini, she composes with a focus on accuracy and exactness. Travers exhibits her work and offers courses.