Cosmatesque Ornament from the Capella Palatina
An all-levels drawing course exploring construction methods for Cosmatesque ornament, including guilloche patterns, annular designs and decorative roundels.
About this course
The course examines Cosmatesque ornament inspired by the Cappella Palatina in Palermo. Participants study methods for constructing characteristic motifs, including guilloche, formed from overlapping lines and curves, together with the surrounding ornamentation. Instruction also covers approaches to designing within annular regions and developing the decorative roundels found at the centre of many Cosmatesque compositions.
What you'll learn
- Construct guilloche motifs using overlapping lines and curves
- Apply compositional methods to designs within annular regions
- Develop decorative roundels for the centres of ornamental designs
- Identify construction methods used in Cosmatesque ornament
Is this course right for you?
Listed as suitable for all levels, the course is intended for learners exploring Cosmatesque ornament through drawing and studying its underlying construction methods.
Class teacher
Steve Pomerantz
Class teacher
Where this course runs
The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts
Traditional arts short courses in Shoreditch
2 drawing courses on Learn.LondonUpcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Mon 19 Jul 2027
10:00 – 16:30 • Monday – Friday, 19-23 July 2027, 10:00 – 16:30
£385
The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts, Shoreditch
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19 Jul 2027 Monday | 10:00 - 16:30 | Short courseMonday – Friday, 19-23 July 2027, 10:00 – 16:30 | StevePomerantz | The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts19-22 Charlotte Road, London EC2A 3SG | £385.00 | Book now |
Mon 19 Jul, 10:00 - 16:30
Book nowMonday – Friday, 19-23 July 2027, 10:00 – 16:30Monday – Friday, 19-23 July 2027, 10:00 – 16:30Mon 10:00£385StevePomerantzThe King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts
