the Salisbury Cathedral in Great Britain. Up-close study of works like these
will allow you to appreciate the striations in the original blown glass and the
tapering brush strokes on its surface. Glencairn’s twelfth- to sixteenth-century
medieval manuscripts feature meticulous calligraphy with exquisite border
designs. The expansive entryway, stairwell, chapel, and great hall are covered
(floor to ceiling) with intricate mosaic work. Their subtle coloring and symbolic
imagery will help develop and refine your ability to select and combine colors
to create meaningful artwork.
At Bryn Athyn Cathedral every surface exemplifies the Arts and Crafts handiwork: The contours of carefully chiseled stonework set off amazing color variations and juxtaposition of different kinds of stone. The figurative and decorative
capitals are brilliant examples of different stone carving techniques. If you
are interested in metal forging, you will appreciate the intricate scroll-work of
monel doors; as well as handmade door knobs, keys, and locking mechanisms
throughout the cathedral. You can handle the railings, hinges, and bolts made
by master craftsman at the turn of the twentieth century.
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Workshops at Bryn Athyn
Register at brynathyn.edu/workshops
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