The Bible of Illuminated Letters

A Treasury of Decorative Calligraphy

Margaret Morgan

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English

Search Press Ltd
05 April 2021

Art & Architecture; Lettering & calligraphy

Series: Artist's Bible

The traditional art of Illumination - the creation of elaborate, decorated letters and initials - is now attracting new enthusiasts. It reached its apogee in the monasteries of medieval Europe and was practised with great skill and artistry. Embellished with gold leaf, the illuminated letters of those early scribes seemed to reflect light, as though they were indeed 'illuminated'.

Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step instructions for recreating illuminated alphabets from six historical periods, including Celtic, Gothic and Romanesque. Diagrams for upper- and lower-case letters are accompanied by ideas for borders and decorations, and full instructions for gilding. Each section also explores ways in which the illuminated letters can be adapted to create a truly personal style, while a gallery of modern examples will inspire further creativity.

By: Margaret Morgan
Imprint: Search Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 824g
ISBN: 9781782219781
ISBN 10: 1782219781
Series: Artist's Bible
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 05 April 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword Introduction How to use this book Chapter 1: Tools and Techniques Chapter 2: Preparing to Work Chapter 3: Alphabet Directory Celtic Ottonian Romanesque Gothic Renaissance: white vine Renaissance: neo-classical Chapter 4: Contemporary Gallery

Margaret Morgan is a professional calligrapher and an Associate of the Calligraphy & Letters Arts Society. She regularly accepts both public and private commissions and conducts workshops for calligraphic societies. Although traditional formal calligraphy involving gilding, painting and heraldry form an important part of her work, she increasingly enjoys the challenge of more experimental lettering. To see more of Margaret's work visit www.thecalligrapher.co.uk.

Reviews for The Bible of Illuminated Letters: A Treasury of Decorative Calligraphy

I have tried some calligraphy and have also produced a stitched illuminated letter. I wanted to improve my knowledge of this subject. This is a comprehensive guide from materials, preparation and techniques to history from certain time periods and guided exercises. The images are clear and easy to follow. I would thoroughly recommend this book -- Sally Uphill * Amazon Customer Review * I think the books is beautiful and very informative. I was delighted with it. I am definitely going to do some letters for our family. -- Susan Smith * Amazon Customer Review * The Bible of Illuminated Letters is a comprehensive guide to illumination. Having learnt a couple of calligraphy hands, I was keen to develop my skills further by starting to create illuminated letters. This book is the perfect guide. It starts with a comprehensive introduction to the tools and techniques needed as well as layout and colour theory. The main body of the book contains decorated alphabets from six different time periods with step-by-step instructions of how to create them. I found the instructions straightforward to follow and I liked the inclusion of examples of historical work from each period. The illustrations are large enough for you to be able to see the details of each letter clearly and the book is printed on good quality paper. -- Julie Drewett * Amazon Customer Review *