The Celtic Design Book
Aidan Meehan
This edition brings together three of Aidan Meehan’s bestselling
guides to the art and design of the Celts: A Beginner’s Manual,
Knotwork: the Secret Method of the Scribes and Illuminated
Letters.
A Beginner’s Manual presents all the simplest forms of Celtic
design with a clear explanation of both freehand and canonical
geometric methods, as well as detailed instructions on how to draw
and decorate letters in an authentic Celtic style. It also shows
the reader how to create their own illuminated manuscript pages
with the help of an appendix of tools and techniques.
Knotwork: the Secret Method of the Scribes examines knotwork and
plaitwork in detail against the sacred background from which they
sprang. Illustrations of motifs taken from famous brooches and
carvings show how Celtic knots can be adapted for all manner of
craftwork.
Illuminated Letters is a unique blend of history, anecdote and
practical instruction that recreates the schooling of the Celtic
illuminator.
Together these books provide an invaluable, comprehensive source of
instruction and inspiration for artists, designers and craftspeople
of all kinds.
Taschenbuch, Format 20.9 x 14.0 cm, 480 Seiten, 900 Abbildungen,
Best.-Nr.: ThH002