Curated OER
Illuminated Text
Students examine the technique of ancient decorative gilding used to support literature. They begin by tracing letters onto double tack release paper, then place onto cardstock before burnishing with a Simple Leaf sheet. Opaque Blick...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Decorating the Book
Some medieval readers preferred pretty pictures and shiny decorations in their books. Not only did the sparkling page appeal to them, it also proved their economic status, or that the gift they gave was special. View pictures of this...