Manuscript Illumination Workshop with Sarah Chase Dressler

July 31- August 3

Cost: $525

register online at: brynathyn.edu/workshops

In Manuscript Illumination you will examine the stunning
examples of medieval illumination, including works from
Glencairn’s substantial collection. You will have many design
examples to work from, for inspiration or to copy directly. From
grotesque and humorous decorative borders to the delicate
intricacies of miniature paintings you will have a wealth of
inspiration. You will work with pencil, brush, and paint to
develop a brush stroke and color vocabulary for the painted
page. By the end of the workshop you will have created your
own illuminated page. No prior drawing or painting experience
is necessary. More experienced or interested students will have
the opportunity to try calligraphy or gilding.

Sarah Chase Dressler earned a B.F.A. in Metals/Crafts from
The University of the Arts. She has worked in a variety of
materials and techniques but always on a jewelers scale. With
an eye trained as a jeweler she turned her artistic attentions
back to painting and drawing. Her life-long love of medieval
art has inspired her to pursue a mastery of the medieval
illuminator’s skills. She is a sought-after illuminator and
calligrapher who has taught a variety of illumination styles
privately and in workshops throughout the mid-Atlantic area
since 2001.