On Thursday 14th August we are delighted to host TWO medieval calligraphy workshops, Fragrant Flowers in the morning, 9.30am-12.30pm, and Glorious Gothic and Gold in the afternoon, 1pm-3pm. Please choose at checkout. Workshops are suitable for those over the age of 16.
Fragrant Flowers, 9.30am-12.30pm
This workshop which incudes a visit to Worcester Cathedrals Medieval Library will explore the pages of medieval Books of Hours, containing beautiful wide borders rich with flowers. You will have an opportunity to work from enlarged photo reproductions of medieval flower borders as well as specimens of natural flowers. This event is most suitable for students with some previous artistic experience and also beginners who enjoy drawing and painting. There will be an opportunity to lay genuine flat gold leaf and experiment with Gothic letterforms to create authentic works of art.
Glorious Gothic and Gold, 1pm-3.30pm
This workshop incudes a visit to Worcester Cathedrals Medieval Library. The capital letterforms of the Gothic style are ornate, decorative and fun to make. The session will begin with learning how to make these beautiful letters using pencils and traditional calligraphic pens. Enjoy experimenting with a variety of tools including lettering brushes and coloured marker pens.
You will also learn how to lay genuine flat gold leaf to enhance your letters and create unique works of art, inspired by traditional manuscripts and modern calligraphers.
About the Library
Please note that both of these workshops include a visit up the 46-step spiral staircase to Worcester Cathedral Library. Thie staircase is narrow with only a rope handrail, and is not suitable for all visitors.
