Illumination and Calligraphy
The earliest illuminated manuscripts can be traced back as far as 500 AD. The significance of these works lies not only in their deep rooted art history and historical value, but in their link to literacy as a whole. Today, illumination broadly includes decorated vines and initial letters that are painted in detailed designs.
The art of illuminated manuscripts is deeply rooted in the history of the Sacred Art Institute on Enders Island. A prominent collection of illuminated Stations of the Cross by Jed Gibbons and illuminated prayers by Valerie Weilmuenster are on display in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Assumption.
Introduction to the Art of Calligraphy
With Caroline Joy Adams
Calligraphy is the art of beautiful handwriting, and is a very calming, enjoyable, almost meditative activity. It also has many practical uses, so come join us and learn some basic calligraphic techniques. You will get a quick overview of three popular calligraphic hands—Uncial, Italic, and Blackletter -- and you’ll have fun creating some beautiful bookmarks, […]
Introduction to the Art of Calligraphy- Four Week Series
With Caroline Joy Adams
Calligraphy is the art of beautiful handwriting, and is a very calming, enjoyable, almost meditative activity. It also has many practical uses, so come join us and learn some basic calligraphic techniques. You will get a quick overview of three popular calligraphic hands—Uncial, Italic, and Blackletter -- and you’ll have fun creating some beautiful bookmarks, […]
Introduction to the Art of Calligraphy- April 25
With Caroline Joy Adams
Week # 1 We will focus on the beautiful Uncial hand (also known as Celtic) which is the lettering style in which the famous Book of Kells was rendered long ago, and can be used for many applications, and is often associated with artistic and calligraphic traditions from Ireland.
Introduction to the Art of Calligraphy- May 2
With Caroline Joy Adams
Week # 2 We will work on the graceful and elegant Italic hand, which can be used for a great variety of purposes, from addressing envelopes, creating place cards, or rendering quotes or scripture verses, and much more.
Introduction to the Art of Calligraphy- May 9
With Caroline Joy Adams
Week # 3 We will continue practice with the Italic hand, and work on the Roman Capitals, and their variations, that accompany the lower case letters.
Introduction to the Art of Calligraphy- May 16
With Caroline Joy Adams
Week # 4 We will work on a version of the Blackletter, or Gothic hand (the one that the elegant typeface of the Gutenberg Bible is based on) and is useful for a variety of modern purposes, as well.