Each workshop stands alone, so participants may enrol in just one, or both.
We will take a close look at the wonderful Display Capitals in the early 8th century Lindisfarne Gospels and use them to inspire some drawn and decorated lettering of our own. Everyone will work on a small individual piece, such as a decorative name or other word for a personalised card.
The day will be accessible to everyone, whether or not you have done any calligraphy or lettering before. All you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to experiment.
Aims & Objectives:
· To observe the variety of letter shapes in the Lindisfarne Gospels Display Capitals pages.
· To observe the different ways the 8th century Lindisfarne scribe decorated the letters.
· To select some letters and make own versions, drawing them and painting them in.
· To use some decorative techniques to enhance the chosen letters, either traditional or contemporary
· To complete a small project, such as a decorative name or other word, which could be used in a greeting card design.
Equipment and Materials:
If the item has a * by it, this means it will be available for sale from the tutor on the day. Please bring cash if you wish to purchase items.
· Cartridge or drawing paper*
· Watercolour paper (preferably hot pressed) - optional - a sheet approx A3 size should be plenty
· Tracing paper*
· Fineliner pen (black)
· Calligraphy pen with number 6 nib*
· Small round (not flat) paintbrushes, suggest you bring two or three at least, size approx 3, 4, 5 or 6 (not crucial which size)
· Gouache, various colours including black*
· Gold - optional – such as gouache, Finetec or Trocol
· Palette or suitable pots* for paint (small pots for sale)
· Pencil
· Ruler
· Masking tape
· Water pot or jam jar
· Rubber
· Lightbox if you have one – don’t buy specially as it is not essential to have a lightbox to enjoy this workshop
· Extension lead if you have one, for lightboxes
· Folder for handouts
· A name (or other word) which you would like to write – I suggest around 4 to 12 letters but this is just a guide.