Taught by Jed Gibbons and Harvest Crittenden
Throughout the ages man has felt a need to reach back to God in worship. One can see, as far back as the Dead Sea Scrolls, examples of calligraphy as a form of devotional practice. From as far back as the 7th century examples of illumination exist, always in context with prayer. Indeed, there are hundreds of illuminated prayer books in museums and private collections, including the Vatican, that can be seen throughout the world. To this day they continue to inspire and stand as examples of devotion.
This class is designed to give students an introduction into this timeless art. Through a series of very specific exercises students will learn what makes up an illuminated miniature. From transferring a design, to grinding pigments and laying gold students will work on an illuminated miniature designed by Jed and Harvest specifically for this class. Students will learn how calligraphy has been used throughout the centuries as devotional practice. We will work on learning the uncial lettering form, most often used with sacred texts by monks and sisters for centuries. Students will grind ink, learn pen angles, build letter forms and use their skills to letter a prayer accompanying their illumination. Each student will work towards a finished illuminated prayer suitable for framing.
Because of the intensity of learning these skills and to properly allow time to work with each individual, class size is limited to 12. Illuminated Prayer is designed as a 5 day class with 7 hours of class time per day. Additionally, the instructors will be available 3 evenings from 7 -9 for open studio time where students may come and work on any aspect of their work with guidance from the instructors.
No previous experience is required.
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