Monday, May 5, 2025

Monet and Me

 

Monet and I are waiting to take another free workshop with Julia Bangert, a book illuminator from Mainz, Germany.

This class is Drawing Leaf Tendrils or acanthus leaves. Acanthus leaves were a common motif in illuminated manuscripts.

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  1. Acanthus leaves are beautiful in their own right.

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  2. I really like how acanthus leaves look on a piece of art. I hope you show your class drawings. Stay dry today.

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    1. Will do. I just brought in the groceries and had to change my clothes! Good day for a nap

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  3. I've never heard of acanthus leaves. I feel like I've missed out on a lot. I look forward to seeing your drawings.

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    1. You've probably seen them. Leaves like a garland attached tip and stem. The leaves are twisted so you see the inside and also the back.

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  4. Sounds like fun! Can't wait to see!

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  5. I hope you'll show your efforts CJ!! :) Hugs! deb

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  6. How wonderful to see you and Monet preparing for another workshop with Julia Bangert! It sounds like such a fascinating class, especially learning about drawing acanthus leaves, which have such a rich history in illuminated manuscripts. I love how these workshops allow you to explore such intricate and meaningful designs. I’m sure the experience will be both enriching and inspiring!

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  7. I just had to google what acanthus leaves look like – beautiful, very decorative. That sounds like an interesting workshop!
    All the best, Traude
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  8. Sounds like fun.
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  9. Looking forward you hopefully share the result!

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  10. I always enjoy seeing Monet :)

    I too had to google acanthus leaves to see what they look like.

    All the best Jan

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