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Intro to Gothic Ornaments: Around Triangles

Reuleaux triangle, little rose and arches

Online Courses (Live sessions - recorded), Upcoming

Niveau

Introduction: Perfect for those who have never practiced geometry, as well as for those who are not yet familiar with the Gothic style.

Durée

2 live sessions (around 2h45 each), recorded

18th & 25th of June 2025
6:30pm (Paris time)

Matériel & Format

A3 (29,7 mm x 42 mm) or equivalent recommended

Tarif
60€

A propos du motif

Explore the beauty and logic of Gothic design through some of its most iconic elements.

In this course, we’ll draw a variety of motifs based on triangles and Reuleaux triangles—including arches and a small rose window—while exploring key principles of Gothic geometry such as tangent circles, trefoils, and quatrefoils. These forms are essential to the language of Gothic ornamentation and offer a perfect introduction to the harmony and rhythm of medieval design.

Contenu du cours

This two-session course is designed for beginners and is accessible to all—no prior experience in geometry is required.

Using only a compass and ruler, you’ll be guided step-by-step through each motif. After each session, you’ll receive a PDF summary to help you review the process or retrace the constructions at your own pace. (The PDF is designed as a support for the video recording.)

Liens vers d'autres cours

None

Matériel nécessaire

-Standard or drawing paper (120 to 250gsm), A3 (29,7 mm x 42 mm) or equivalent.
-A4 (or A3) tracing paper
-Compass
-30 cm ruler
-Pencil or mechanical pencil (0.5 or 0.3) and eraser
-A few coloured pencils
-Fine pens or markers (optionally coloured)

Vidéo de conseil pour le matériel

Accès

Les contenus des cours (enregistrements vidéos, PDF, image, etc) seront accessibles par votre espace membre sur ce site. 

The recordings will be accessible for several years.
If they need to be taken down, registered participants will be informed several months in advance.

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