Toni Watts (Illuminated Manuscript)

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Toni is an internationally recognised illuminator, one of the few artists still using traditional manuscript gilding skills. She enjoys creating new work using hand prepared, natural materials. These include 24 carat gold leaf, mineral, earth and plant pigments, handmade inks, vellum and gemstones such as sapphires and emeralds. She is the author of Contemporary Illumination for the Calligrapher and Artist: Traditional Techniques Reinterpreted (2024).
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FULLY BOOKED: INTRODUCTION TO MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Use skills passed down by medieval craftspeople to create small designs using 23 carat gold and pigments. No drawing experience is necessary. A selection of medieval and contemporary designs are available to trace, including illuminated letters, but creativity is welcomed. Toni Watts Residential: £325 Non-residential: £240 (incl. materials)

MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION: MORE CHALLENGING TECHNIQUES

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

This course is only suitable for those with experience in laying manuscript gesso and using loose leaf gold. During the workshop you will work on three small projects, one which will combine flat and raised gilding, one which combines different colours or textures of gold (with the option to add tooling) and one where you 

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