Illuminated Story Lines.(children's story book illustrations)(Brief Article)

From: School Arts | Date: January 1, 1999| Author: Lim, Jessica; Rossenagle, Susan | Copyright information

Children's story-book pages are full of beautifully adorned capitals, fanciful borders, and creative illustrations. These picturesque images, brought together by various elements, such as calligraphy, illustration, and border designs, help readers visualize the characters and setting of the stories. The artistic qualities used when creating an illuminated manuscript teach students to harmonize various elements of design while allowing them to incorporate personal creativity into th...

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