LEVEL 1 : UNIT 4 - DECORATIVE KNOTS
UNIT OVERVIEW
The focus of Unit 4 is DECORATIVE KNOTS & TWISTS
In Unit 4 we bring you two of the oldest patterns, the knot and the Guilloche.
To start, we introduce a simplified Solomon’s Knot and through a detailed drawing exercise. Following this, we embark on a step by step demonstration of how to build a simplified Solomon’s Knot mosaic sample. This unit consolidates techniques learnt in Units 1, 2 and 3.
Following this we complete a series of Guilloche Drawings and extend our skills by making and using a Measuring Staff.
RESOURCE PACK
Downloadable PDF
EXTENSION PACK
Downloadable PDF
TEMPLATES PDF
Printable Templates
theory lecture
Video Presentation
LESSON 1 : SIMPLIFIED SOLOMON'S KNOT DRAWING
In Lesson 1 we set up a simplified Solomon’s Knot pattern with two interwoven links working from a simple 12 x 12 grid.
Format: Video Tutorials
Difficulty: Low
LESSON 2 : SIMPLIFIED SOLOMON'S KNOT MOSAIC SAMPLE
In Lesson 2, using our drawing as a reference, we build a simplified Solomon’s Knot mosaic sample in two colours.
Format: Video Tutorial
Difficulty: Low
LESSON 3 : DRAWING A TWO STRANDED GUILLOCHE
In Lesson 3, we demonstrate how to draw up a two stranded guilloche with a compass and a ruler.
Format: Video Tutorial
Difficulty: Low
LESSON 4 : MAKING A MEASURING STAFF & DRAWING A TWO STRANDED GUILLOCHE
In Lesson 4, we demonstrate how to make a measuring staff which is an instrument of measurement that was essential to preparing mosaic designs in Classical Mosaic.
Then, using our own staff, we draw a guilloche, to demonstrate the measuring tool in action.
Measuring Staff and drawing : Video tutorial
Guilloche Mosaic Sample: PDF
Difficulty: Low
EXTENSION OPTIONS
PDF’s are provided for the extension options below.
Extension Knot 1 Drawing
Two Links with an Interwoven Square.
Medium Difficulty
Extension Knot 1 Sample
Two Links with an Interwoven Square with an outlining row.
Medium Difficulty
Extension 2: Rope Border Pattern
Medium Difficulty
Extension 3: Triple Stand Guilloche
Medium Difficulty
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Unit 1: Linear Patterns
Unit 2: Curves
Unit 3: Circular Patterns
Unit 4: Decorative Knots
Unit 5: Abstract Patterns
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Unit 1: Basic Sdoppiamento
Unit 2: Flared Sdoppiamento
Unit 3: Scaling and Spiraling
Unit 4: Creating Volume
Unit 5: Bringing it Together
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Level 1 was a wonderful journey into Classical mosaics, and I enjoyed the level of involvement required of students. A great breadth of techniques was taught, accompanied by fascinating information about ancient Roman and Hellenistic mosaic practices and styles. I enjoyed the course immensely and will now move to Level 2 to immerse myself in the theory and practice of contemporary mosaic art.
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