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Key Patterns
and Animals
A Celtic Art Workbook
By Courtney Davis
Published by Blandford Press
(1999)
ISBN 0-7137-2744-6
 Key Patterns and Animals shows you how to draw and paint beautiful Celtic designs inspired by the past and superbly created by the celebrated artist Courtney Davis. The patterns can be traced or copied freehand and then colored. You can paint them, use felt-tip pens, crayons or whatever medium suits you. The key symbols and the flowing Celtic animal motifs have hidden symbolic meanings and provide an insight into the mystical imagery. Drawing and coloring these designs will enhance your artistic skills as well as showing you ancient 'patterns of meaning', which still have a deep relevance to all of us today.
- Over 45 patterns, with 16 in color, inspired by masterpieces of ancient Celtic art, such as the Lindisfarne Gospels and the Book of Kells.
- Full-page presentation of both key patterns and animal designs makes them easy to copy or trace.
- Clear tips so that you feel confident about drawing the more intricate designs.
- Color illustrations show ideas for beautiful color combinations and harmonies.
- Text provides historical background and explains symbolic meanings.
Author is experienced at teaching both beginners and the more accomplished of all ages. There is a companion volume to this book, Knotwork and Spirals.
Paperback - 68 pages
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