Beginning Illumination: Learning the Ancient Art, Step by Step
Claire Travers
(Author)
Description
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.
Product Details
Price
$24.99
$23.24
Publisher
Schiffer Craft
Publish Date
May 28, 2016
Pages
80
Dimensions
8.9 X 11.2 X 0.6 inches | 1.5 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780764350276
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About the Author
Claire Travers has been a craftsperson in illumination since 2001. Fascinated by medieval techniques and following ancient recipes of Theophilus, Dimier, and Cennino Cennini, she composes with a focus on accuracy and honesty. Travers exhibits her work and offers courses.
