Designs from the Book of Kells: A Source Book of Designs Specially Adapted for Craftspeople and Artists - Brossura

Balchin, Judy

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1844484173 ISBN 13: 9781844484171

Casa editrice: Search Pr Ltd, 2009

Riassunto

Over 100 illustrations are included in this wonderful collection of designs from the beautifully illuminated manuscript The Book of Kells. Anyone needing ideas for their projects will love the interlaced patterns, stylised figures, intriguing animals, mythical beasts and birds. With an accompanying CD ROM, designs can be easily used, or each black and white image can be photocopied as required; the designs stand up to reproduction at any scale. Artists, craftspeople and anyone interested in Celtic art will discover a fascinating resource for their own work in this excellent book.

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The beautifully illustrated Book of Kells has been a source of inspiration for numerous artists from multiple disciplines for many years. In this book, Judy Balchin presents over 100 line illustrations that are typical of the Book of Kells and can be used in many ways. Judy also explores the latter with sixteen projects. There are, however, no how-to's- simply a note on which design was used and how the project was made. The line drawings are beautifully done and a CD also accompanies the book, making this a good resource for all artists and crafters. The designs can be reproduced at any size. This 48 page book represents great value for money.-KarenPlatt.co.uk To anybody at all interested in Celtic art there is nothing quite as impressive - or as quintessentially Celtic - as the Book of Kells. Produced in the 9th century, this bright, beautiful and stylized book with its illuminations and "carpet pages" has captivated artists and craftspeople for years. Celtic art is currently enjoying a wave of popularity and whatever your project, you are sure to find something in here to inspire you. You don't even need to turn the scanner on as for anybody with a computer this book comes with a CD of all the designs. I've had these before and am used to small, blocky images but these .tifs are large (usually at least 5") and high resolution (a generous 472dpi). You don't have to install them either; they will pop up in Windows Explorer of your chosen graphics program ready for saving onto your hard drive for use. Choose from knotwork, figures, fabulous beasts, birds and carpet pages and if your imagination needs a kick start, there are several large color photographs of other people's work. There are no staged projects in here, but explanations as to how the objects were made and some materials used. A pencil case, ceramic pot, book cover, letter rack, greetings card and more showcase what these designs look like when reproduced in embroidery, metal embossing, parchment craft, ceramic painting and more. A very useful treasure for any crafter's keeper shelf.-Myshelf.com Designs from the Book of Kells has a few projects, but it is similar to coloring books, made up mostly of line drawings of design elements from Kells illuminations that can be copied.-Library Journal USA --Library Journal USA

L'autore:

Judy Balchin studied art at Cardiff College of Art. Following this, she specialised in graphic design at Kent Institute of Art and Design in Maidstone.After working as a graphics assistant at the BBC Television Centre, she joined Adverkit International Ltd as a lettering artist. This began her love affair with letters, producing book jackets, advertising logos and television titles over many years. During this time, she also became involved in the craft world. She has appeared on television, worked as a craft demonstrator, designed craft kits and run workshops. She has produced more than twenty books on various crafts and is the author of many articles for craft magazines. She continues to enjoy her creative world and is currently working on her latest book.

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• Editore: Search Pr Ltd
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1844484173
• ISBN 13: 9781844484171
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 48