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Scriptorium – Illuminating Letters With Christabel Helena Anderson

October 21st 2021 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

£40

Using methods of traditional gilding on paper, participants will create a miniature project inspired by the golden lettering (chrysography) of ancient Christian illuminated manuscripts.

Using both gold leaf and ‘shell gold’, participants will learn ways in which to apply these, and how to use an agate burnisher and other tools.

Historical manuscript examples and their meaning will be considered, in order to further inform and inspire the creative process.

This workshop is offered by the Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts as part of London Craft Week 2021.

Students of all levels and experience are welcome. You must be aged 18 or over to participate in our programmes. All materials will be provided.

The tutor, QEST Scholar Christabel Helena Anderson is an iconographer based in London, United Kingdom. She specialises in the creation of Holy Icons in egg tempera on wood, illuminated miniature paintings in hand made watercolour on vellum, and cloisonné, champlevé and painted vitreous enamels created within the Tradition of the Holy Orthodox Church. The designs, methods and materials are inspired by sacred iconographic exemplars and the art, architecture and manuscripts of Britain and Ireland from the late antique and early medieval periods.

In addition, Christabel is a specialist in gilding techniques, early quill written letterforms and handmade inks. She is a GIA Accredited Jewellery Professional, and an INTBAU Young Practitioner. Christabel occasionally writes for the Orthodox Arts Journal, as well as teaching from her London studio and at The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts where she is also a doctoral researcher sponsored by the A. G. Leventis Foundation.

Details

Date:
October 21st 2021
Time:
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Cost:
£40
Event Category:
Website:
https://princes-foundation.org/school-of-traditional-arts/open-programme/london-craft-week-scriptorium-illuminating-letters-5ab829

Organiser

The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts
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Venue

The Garrison Chapel
The Garrison Chapel, Chelsea Barracks, London SW1W 8BG + Google Map

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