Toni Watts (Illuminated Manuscript)

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http://toniwattsartstudio.com
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: INTRO TO MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

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

Skills passed down by medieval craftspeople to create small-scale designs using 24 carat gold leaf and pigments (a small amount of lead is possible). No drawing experience necessary, choose from a selection of medieval designs, including illuminated letters. Toni Watts (Lincoln www.highamhall.com/toni-watts) Residential: £290 Non-residential: £210 (incl. materials) Toni's FURTHER ILLUMINATION follows

FULLY BOOKED: FURTHER MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ILLUMINATION (MATERIALS PROVIDED)

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

More advanced illumination: make perfect manuscript gesso using a traditional recipe, lay it smoothly and gild with loose leaf gold. Practical tips on mastering technique, creating raised areas of gilding with a high shine. Those who are already able to make and lay gesso are welcome to work on their own projects with help and 

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