~ Course Overview ~

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Join Stephanie and Clarissa on a tour through the stunning interior of the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere, Rome.

 

Over the course of this weekend workshop, we will lead you through the construction of a series of designs inspired by the geometry of the floor mosaics and coffered ceiling of this beautiful 12th Century church.

 

During Saturday’s session, Clarissa will first discuss the fractal-like geometry of Cosmati pavements and the interlocking cable lock; arrangements common to these 900-year-old patterns: the Guilloche and the Quincunx.

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We will then construct an elegant guilloche design together, along with a hexagonal motif for its centre. Finally, we will draw a selection of tiny patterns for the decorative banding.

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During the Sunday session, Stephanie will turn our attention to the unusual geometry of the stunning, ornate coffered gold ceiling inviting playful biomorphic elements throughout. 

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~ Materials needed ~

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Essential

At least three sheets of A3 paper and two sheets of A2 

(e.g. cartridge paper, sketchpad)

A drawing compass (and a second, smaller compass may also be useful)

30cm/12inch ruler, or longer if you have one

HB or 2H pencil, a sharpener and an eraser

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Optional

Colouring media: pens, pencils, paints

 Heavier watercolour or mixed media paper if you wish to paint your final patterns.

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A recording of the class will be sent post live event with lifetime access.