Great Book Of Celtic Patterns

"Provides historical overview of Celtic art; step-by-step instructions for creating twists, braids, and knotted lines; over 200 patterns; a guide to using color in your work; and a gallery of the author's art using Celtic knot work"--

A comprehensive survey of Celtic knot design is based on the collections of nineteenth-century Celtic art revivalist John Romilly Allen, in a volume that interprets each pattern, their uses as ornaments, and the numerous treatments that complemented their creation. Original.

A fantastic source or reference book for anyone seeking inspiration for Celtic projects or ideas. These clearly drawn illustrations include flowing knotwork images, stylised frames and borders, decorative motifs, beautifully woven crosses and much more. A colourful gallery of finished pieces is included to show how the designs, which can be reproduced to any scale, can be applied to finished pieces of work. This book uses material from the Design Source Book series, Celtic Glass Painting and Classic Glass Painting by Judy Balchin.

This unique volume clearly demonstrates simple geometric techniques for making intricate knots, interlacements, spirals, Kellstype initials, human and animal figures in distinctive Celtic style. Features over 500 illustrations.

Celtic knotwork is the single most widely appealing form within the rich repertoire of Celtic design. Aidan Meehan's new book provides step-by-step instruction for anyone who wants to master the traditional methods of freehand Celtic knot design and then progress to designing fresh knotwork patterns and variations. First, Meehan carefully and clearly explains how to draw the basic knot. Once that technique has been mastered, Meehan shows how to create designs with more complex knots, and how to draw border layouts. The book takes you through every step of the process, and exercises at the end of each unit ensure that you have mastered the techniques before you proceed to the next stage. Aidan Meehan is well known as a teacher and practitioner of Celtic design. Artists, designers, calligraphers, and craftspeople everywhere will find this book invaluable.

I00 pages of illustrations taken mainly from the artefacts of metal work and pottery.

A beautifully illustrated, photocopiable collection of decorative Celtic knot designs, motifs and patterns to provide inspiration for all those interested in creating their own original ideas and projects.

Unravel the secrets to creating Celtic knot work as you adorn your completed wood burning, carving, and scrolling projects with beautifull twists, braids and textures. Features 200 original patterns and designs.