Travers Claire Beginning Illumination

<strong>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.</strong> <br/> <br/> <p>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. <br/> <br/> </p> <ul> <li>First learn the proper ways of preparing your parchment, selecting pigments, gilding, and using color. </li> <li>Next, the five steps of illuminating are clearly taught in detail. </li> <li>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. </li> </ul> <p><br/> 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.</p>