The Classical Art of Metalpoint
In Europe, from the 14th to the 16th centuries, metalpoint was a popular medium for drawing, famously used by artists such as Da Vinci and Raphael.
During this period, significant philosophical and scientific texts from various parts of Asia reached the West, fostering an exchange of ideas and practices related to art, science, and alchemy. This rising interest in alchemy and the sciences deepened the understanding of metals, transforming their significance in artistic practices. Metalpoint became more than just a means to produce pleasing lines; the metals themselves were viewed as cosmic agents, revealing the cosmos through their unique properties.
In this workshop, students will engage in a variety of exercises using metalpoint techniques. Each metal will be examined in relation to its planetary correspondence, as well as its relationship with mineral pigments and color.
Students will learn how to prepare traditional grounds for metalpoint drawing, as described by Cennino Cennini, using ground bones and chalk. They will also create a range of differently colored surfaces on which they will make studies based on old master drawings. Participants will explore the possibilities of this beautiful technique and its application on colored grounds.
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In Europe, from the 14th to the 16th centuries, metalpoint was a popular medium for drawing, famously used by artists such as Da Vinci and Raphael.
During this period, significant philosophical and scientific texts from various parts of Asia reached the West, fostering an exchange of ideas and practices related to art, science, and alchemy. This rising interest in alchemy and the sciences deepened the understanding of metals, transforming their significance in artistic practices. Metalpoint became more than just a means to produce pleasing lines; the metals themselves were viewed as cosmic agents, revealing the cosmos through their unique properties.
In this workshop, students will engage in a variety of exercises using metalpoint techniques. Each metal will be examined in relation to its planetary correspondence, as well as its relationship with mineral pigments and color.
Students will learn how to prepare traditional grounds for metalpoint drawing, as described by Cennino Cennini, using ground bones and chalk. They will also create a range of differently colored surfaces on which they will make studies based on old master drawings. Participants will explore the possibilities of this beautiful technique and its application on colored grounds.
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