Over 100 illustrations are included in this wonderful collection of designs from the beautifully illuminated manuscript The Book of Kells. Anyone needing ideas for their projects will love the interlaced patterns, stylised figures, intriguing animals, mythical beasts and birds. With an accompanying CD ROM, designs can be easily used, or each black and white image can be photocopied as required; the designs stand up to reproduction at any scale. Artists, craftspeople and anyone interested in Celtic art will discover a fascinating resource for their own work in this excellent book.
About Judy Balchin
Judy Balchin studied art at Cardiff College of Art. Following this, she specialised in graphic design at Kent Institute of Art and Design in Maidstone.
After working as a graphics assistant at the BBC Television Centre, she joined Adverkit International Ltd as a lettering artist. This began her love affair with letters, producing book jackets, advertising logos and television titles over many years. During this time, she also became involved in the craft world.
She has appeared on television, worked as a craft demonstrator, designed craft kits and run workshops. She has produced more than twenty books on various crafts and is the author of many articles for craft magazines. She continues to enjoy her creative world and is currently working on her latest book.
