An Illuminated Letter Paint Along Inspired by Giovanni Pietro da Birago

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Birago’s Botanical 'S' is a two-session Live Zoom paint-along inspired by a decorated letter by Giovanni Pietro da Birago, illuminator and engraver for the Sforza court, active in Brescia, Venice, and Milan.

Join Medieval Manuscript Artist/Instructor Risa Gettler as she guides participants step by step through painting a luminous, late-medieval-inspired botanical letter filled with gold*, color, vinework, and sophistication.

The line-art pattern is included with the paint-along.

To make the most of our live painting time, pre-session homework is required; participants should watch the pre-work video and complete the preparation before the first session.

On the Monday following the live sessions, a bonus, non-recorded Live Open Studio Salon is available as a relaxed evening for questions, troubleshooting, and finishing touches for anyone who would like extra time to complete the project.

Gold will be painted with mica watercolor; gilding is not included in this paint-along. Participants who wish to use a gilded background should complete the gilding before the first live session.