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.

"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 manual that provides a comprehensive source of instruction for artists, designers and craftspeople of various kinds.

Intriguing archive of 96 black-and-white designs features the sinuous interlacements, stylized mythical creatures, abstracts, geometrics, and other elements that give Celtic art its unique distinction. Clear, crisp, professionally drawn motifs will lend themselves to a host of art and craft purposes. Included disc contains all designs in book.

“Acclaimed designer and author David James...captures the intricacy that distinguishes Celtic style. Close-up enlargements make selected areas more visible...and easily copied. There’s a virtual art gallery of projects....for whatever medium and technique you use-painting, dyes, leather, fabric, enameling, wood or slate. These lovely and engrossing patterns will make you glad you’ve joined the many who have discovered Celtic design.”—The Celtic Connection.

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.

From the Celtic Design series: a reference manual on Celtic illuminated letters, blending history and anecdote with practical instruction.

Provides material that can be used for private meditation or public worship. This book spans the whole breadth of Celtic Christianity - from liturgies and prayers to the stories of Celtic saints and Celtic artwork. It includes liturgies for different times of the day, for personal use at home or in larger groups; liturgies for different occasions, for example baptism, marriages and funerals; prayers for at home, at work or on pilgrimage; stories from the saints; artistic activities, including Celtic crosses and stitching patterns; and practical advice on planning pilgrimages.

Superb collection of more than 200 authentic color and black-and-white Celtic designs from rare 7th- and 8th-century manuscripts — Book of Kells, Book of Lindisfarne — and other sources. Faithful reproductions as well as original adaptations include Gospel figures, beasts, lettering, knot work, and interlaced designs.