I cannot say how thrilled I am to share with all who are passionate about the art of medieval illumination that my dear friends and mentors, Renaud and Mireille Marlier, have at long last created a website about their work.
Medieval illumination facsimile by Renaud Marlier
The site includes wonderful examples of his exquisite illuminations of both original designs as well as his facsimiles from many different centuries of sacred and secular themes. His work is of the finest caliber and unparalleled in this modern age.
Both Renaud and his wife and creative partner, Mireille, not only execute works of art befitting the masters that they are; they also specialize in scientific research of materials used in medieval painting. Their research on the history and usage of natural pigments, binding agents, gold leaf and raised gilding, among many others, is extensive. Their new website is a treasure trove for those who are interested in using authentic materials in their painting or are simply fascinated with understanding medieval book illumination.
Part of a pigment chart by Mireille and Renaud
I encourage all who come to visit my humble atelier to travel on to admire the offerings of true masters.
They may be found at the link below.
http://enluminure-peinture.fr/
All photos are property of Mireille and Renaud Marlier.
Hello my Dear Anne,
I don’t know if you remember me; we haven’t spoke for quite a time, but for some reasons i deleted my youtube account (“Abnukta”) where our first conversation started and i didn’t get the chance to contact you by the email you left me.
Your enchanting words and art did not let me move away, and decided to look forward in speaking to you again.
I have an inner feeling that the spring is near and the flowing waters of the Earth are once again ready to wash our nomadic steps…From the Silent Desert I send you winds of change and wish you a fertile year..
Hope to get in touch again!
..because life breathe the Art of the Soul…
How glad is my heart that you have returned to my stretch of desert beneath the azure blue skies from your wanderings among the dunes and oases. A measure of silver and a handful of saffron would I beg from your collection of exotic chests. As the birds of the air who delight me with their dances and then fly away to return and fly away again… you are ever welcome as an honored guest in my tent woven of starlight. I shall write you anon. Anne