Creating Celtic Knotwork

Author: Cari Buziak
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486820335
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Suitable for artists at all levels, these simple, amply detailed instructions explain not just how to duplicate examples but also how to take the next steps to illustrating unique designs.

How to Draw Celtic Knotwork

Author: Andy Sloss
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781860198595
Category : Decoration and ornament, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 191

Book Description
Enables the novice to draw intricate Celtic-style knotwork without months of practice or any artistic training.

Celtic Knots

Author: Aidan Meehan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780500283998
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
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.

Celtic Knotwork Designs

Author: Sheila Sturrock
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861080400
Category : Decoration and ornament, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A foolproof, at-a-glance guide to this very popular type of design. No special skills or equipment are needed and the designs you create can be transferred to any medium, from carving to embroidery. Over 200 designs are shown in easy stages, including building up the initial line drawing, identifying crossing points and creating the characteristic Celtic ribbonwork.

Celtic Knotwork

Author: Iain Bain
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
ISBN: 9780806986388
Category : Decoration and ornament, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is the most comprehensive work on this subject. Covers the history of Celtic knot art, complete with illustrations of original stone work. Easy-to-follow layouts are easy to copy for one's own enjoyment....a source of inspiration.-- The Irish Family Names Society. Iain Bain has admirably succeeded.-- The Irish Herald. 136 pages (8 in color), 528 b/w illus., 6 1/2 x 9 1/4.

Celtic Art

Author: George Bain
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486317447
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 162

Book Description
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 Designs

Author: Elaine Hill
Publisher: Gill & MacMillan
ISBN: 9780717138951
Category : Art, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
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.

Creating Celtic Animal Designs

Author: Cari Buziak
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486837319
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 131

Book Description
Many instruction books focus on how to duplicate a given set of designs, but this unique work shows how to create your own. The Aon method presents simple, step-by-step directions for incorporating animal forms into Celtic designs.

How to Draw Celtic Key Patterns

Author: Andy Sloss
Publisher: Blandford Press
ISBN: 9780713726527
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
For over 3,000 years, the blend of Byzantine and early British design known as "Celtic" has fascinated artists. Join them--all you need is a pen and graph paper! Master these simple patterns, then invent your own variations: create borders, finish the edges around a repeating design, and incorporate spirals into geometric patterns. "With the recent resurgence in Celtic art, music, and dance, a book like this could be useful as a sourcebook for...artists, designers, and craftspeople."-- "Library Journal . 192 pages, 200 b/w illus., 7 1/2 x 9 1/2.

Celtic Knotwork Stained Glass Colouring Book

Author: A. G. Smith
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486448169
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20

Book Description
Create your own stunning versions of distinctive Celtic spirals and weaves by adding colors of your choice to 16 traditional designs.