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Contemporary Illumination for the Calligrapher and Artist

- Traditional Techniques Reinterpreted
Af: Toni Watts Engelsk Hardback

Contemporary Illumination for the Calligrapher and Artist

- Traditional Techniques Reinterpreted
Af: Toni Watts Engelsk Hardback
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Contemporary Illumination gives detailed instruction for artists wishing to add gold leaf to their work. It explains the techniques used in medieval manuscripts but shows how these same techniques can be used to stunning effect to enhance lettering and paintings in contemporary styles. Alongside step-by-step instruction, it also gives practical advice on how to fix common problems. For both the novice and the more experienced, this handsome book unlocks illuminated secrets from the fifteenth century and shows how they can be applied just as beautifully to art of today. With fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for gilding and painting using readily available off-the-shelf products. For those with more experience, there are detailed instructions on the making and use of both manuscript gesso and shell gold, with examples of how they might be used both to enhance a calligraphic text as well as a painting or drawing. There are also suggestions of how to paint on gold, and how to combine flat and raised gilding in new and innovative ways. This book is a visual treat and an invaluable guide for everyone who wants to appreciate the art of illumination and to learn how to use traditional techniques in contemporary applications.
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Contemporary Illumination gives detailed instruction for artists wishing to add gold leaf to their work. It explains the techniques used in medieval manuscripts but shows how these same techniques can be used to stunning effect to enhance lettering and paintings in contemporary styles. Alongside step-by-step instruction, it also gives practical advice on how to fix common problems. For both the novice and the more experienced, this handsome book unlocks illuminated secrets from the fifteenth century and shows how they can be applied just as beautifully to art of today. With fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for gilding and painting using readily available off-the-shelf products. For those with more experience, there are detailed instructions on the making and use of both manuscript gesso and shell gold, with examples of how they might be used both to enhance a calligraphic text as well as a painting or drawing. There are also suggestions of how to paint on gold, and how to combine flat and raised gilding in new and innovative ways. This book is a visual treat and an invaluable guide for everyone who wants to appreciate the art of illumination and to learn how to use traditional techniques in contemporary applications.
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Sprog: Engelsk
Sider: 176
ISBN-13: 9780719844287
Indbinding: Hardback
Udgave:
ISBN-10: 0719844282
Udg. Dato: 5 nov 2024
Længde: 17mm
Bredde: 225mm
Højde: 530mm
Forlag: The Crowood Press Ltd
Oplagsdato: 5 nov 2024
Forfatter(e): Toni Watts
Forfatter(e) Toni Watts


Kategori Kalligrafi og håndskrift


ISBN-13 9780719844287


Sprog Engelsk


Indbinding Hardback


Sider 176


Udgave


Længde 17mm


Bredde 225mm


Højde 530mm


Udg. Dato 5 nov 2024


Oplagsdato 5 nov 2024


Forlag The Crowood Press Ltd

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