Lesson Plan

Illuminated Text

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Students examine the technique of ancient decorative gilding used to support literature. They begin by tracing letters onto double tack release paper, then place onto cardstock before burnishing with a Simple Leaf sheet. Opaque Blick colored pencils are used to add colorful ornamentation around the letter.

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Resource Details
Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
Year
2007