The Illuminated Realms (Gilding Class)

Descriptions

Group 2 Dates: October 6 -17 (Off day on the 11th and 12th) Limited to 5 students only. Duration: 10 Days (70 hours) Time: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM Lunch Break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (BYO lunch, small bites, snacks and tea provided) Location: The Scribes Studio at Scribes and Beyond Class Overview: Step into The Illuminated Realms (Gilding Class), a luminous 10-day immersive experience in which beginners are guided through the centuries-old craft of illuminated manuscript art. By the second week, they transform into confident artists capable of creating their own original illuminated compositions. Guided by the glow of gold and the grace of historical design, this course explores styles from the Celtic and Gothic traditions through the Renaissance, culminating in contemporary interpretations of manuscript art. Students will learn: Historical design styles Gilding and painting techniques How to make and use traditional materials from metal to paints Contemporary adaptations. Develop a Narrative in your project. Application on various surfaces, including paper, vellum, wood board, etc. All inspired by the medieval Umbrian countryside's textures, colours, and architecture. No previous experience is required for Week 1. By Week 2, students will work toward creating independent projects with intermediate-level gilding and design complexity. More details will be provided after registration.