{"title":"Aidan Meehan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAidan Meehan\u003c\/strong\u003e is renowned for his captivating exploration of Celtic art and design. His works invite readers to delve into intricate patterns, traditional motifs, and the rich visual language of Celtic heritage, offering both inspiration and guidance for artists and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough clear instructions and detailed illustrations, Meehan’s books serve as a bridge between ancient artistry and contemporary creativity, perfect for anyone interested in \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e and the enduring allure of Celtic design.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-celtic-design-book-by-aidan-meehan-9780500286746","title":"The Celtic Design Book","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition brings together three of Aidan Meehan's bestselling guides to the art and design of the Celts: \u003ci\u003eA Beginner's Manual\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eKnotwork: the Secret Method of the Scribes\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eIlluminated Letters\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Beginner's Manual\u003c\/i\u003e presents all the simplest forms of Celtic design with a clear explanation of both freehand and canonical geometric methods, as well as detailed instructions on how to draw and decorate letters in an authentic Celtic style. It also shows the reader how to create their own illuminated manuscript pages with the help of an appendix of tools and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKnotwork: the Secret Method of the Scribes\u003c\/i\u003e examines knotwork and plaitwork in detail against the sacred background from which they sprang. Illustrations of motifs taken from famous brooches and carvings show how Celtic knots can be adapted for all manner of craftwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIlluminated Letters\u003c\/i\u003e is a unique blend of history, anecdote and practical instruction that recreates the schooling of the Celtic illuminator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTogether these books provide an invaluable, comprehensive source of instruction and inspiration for artists, designers and craftspeople of all kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47599149318380,"sku":"9780500286746","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2b068b09f550a7aaf1ef53cd663001d6.jpg?v=1778024100"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/aidan-meehan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}