Medieval paints
Discover some of the amazing ingredients used to make paint in medieval times.
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Medieval artists could not go down to their local art store and pick up some paints.
Learn about the amazing ingredients and secret recipes used to create the paints used in Illuminated Manuscripts.
Your Instructor
I am a professional artist and teacher who has been passionately creating Medieval Illuminated manuscripts for thirty years. My work has been sold all over the world. Trained as an art teacher I have taught hundreds of people how to create illuminations for themselves.
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I believe that keeping this beautiful art form alive is very important, so I want to teach you and help perpetuate this time honoured tradition. I also see how illumination can be used to help you. As a gentle, meditative practice; it calms the mind and helps you to focus. In a busy, digital world… it is important to take time out for yourself, make something tangible and connect to your inner creativity. Most of all, the act of creating the beauty for yourself, helps to restore your own inner balance.