This book shows you how to draw and paint beautiful celtic designs inspired by the past and superbly created by the celebrated artist Courtney Davis.
The patterns can be traced or copied freehand and then coloured. you can paint them, use felt-it pens, crayons or whatever medium suits you.The key symbols and the flowing celtic animal motifs have hidden symbolic meanings and provide an insight into mystical celtic imagery.
Drawing and colouring these designs will enhance your artistic skills as well as showing you ancient " Patterns of meaning", which still have a deep relevance to all of us today.
- Over 45 patterns, with 16 in colour, inspired by masterpieces of ancient celtic art, such as the lindisfarne gospels and the Book of Kells.
- Full-page presentation of both the key patterns and animal designs makes them easy to copy or trace.
- Clear tips so that you feel confident about drawing the more intricate patterns.
- Colour illustations show ideas for beautiful colour combinaisons and harmonies.
- Text provides historical background and explains symbolic meanings.
- Author is experienced at teaching both beginners and the more accomplished of all ages.
Courtney Davis is a renowned contemporary artist whose works are inspired by traditional celtic art. His pictures and designs are now famous worldwide, and he has written and illustrated many books for the blandford imprint of cassel, including the companion volume to this book, Knotwork and Spirals.
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