I was recently asked to demonstrate at The Society of Scribes and Illuminators Lay Members Day in London – what an honour.

Here are a few photos of the event, taken by Alma Swan, Honorary Secretary.

Toni Watts artist illuminator

This is me, talking as usual, surrounded by natural pigments and gold!

 

A selection of my work on dispaly.

A selection of my work on display.

 

A small selection of the beautiful calligraphy on show. These pieces are by the North West Calligraphy Association.

A small selection of the beautiful calligraphy to be seen on the day. These pieces are by the North West Calligraphers Association.

 

Sadly I didn't get time to do any shopping!

Sadly I didn’t get time to do any shopping!

 

 

…but it was an oppurtunity to chat to other delegates about gilding and paint making, to meet people I’d been in contact with through social media, and to be inspired by the words and work of others.

What a great day!

 

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