About
Gothic rose windows are masterpieces of architectural ornamentation, combining delicate tracery with intricate geometric structures. These stunning designs, found in cathedrals across Europe, are the result of precise geometric design and creativity.
In this course, we will explore the geometry behind these mesmerizing forms by studying the south rose window of Notre-Dame de Paris. Through this example, we will learn key elements of Gothic architectural design and apply them step by step to construct one version of this magnificent rose window.
Key Information
Who is this course for?
All levels of ability and experience are welcome. You must be aged 18 or over to participate in our online programmes.
Optional: If you are a beginner, you can prepare with our essential geometry skills video.
When will the workshop take place?
This workshop will take place on Wednesdays, 23, 30 April and 7, 14 May 2025, 10:00 – 13:00
What materials do I need?
You will need:
- Pencils, 2H and 2B
- Eraser, sharpener and ruler (at least 30 cm)
- Coloured pencils and coloured fineliner markers
- A standard compass. We recommend the Mars Staedtler 551 02 Comfort Bow Compass.
- A3 paper
- A3 tracing paper
- Masking tape
Online Learning
How do I attend the online class?
This class will take place on Zoom, an online meeting platform. A link for joining the Zoom meeting will be sent before the start date.
Handouts and recordings of sessions will be made available via Thinkific, our online learning platform, for a period of 3 months after the end of the workshop.
What if I have questions during the workshop?
Students will be able to ask questions via chat or unmuting themselves. Students will also have access to our online learning platform, Thinkific, where we share supplementary content.
I live in a different time zone, can I still attend?
We encourage you to attend the course in real time to really benefit from instruction; however, if you are unable to attend live due to the difference in time you can catch up via recordings on our online learning platform, Thinkific. These recordings are available for a limited time after the course.
Recordings cannot be purchased separately if the course is fully booked or if the course has already started.
Tips:
You must download the Zoom app and create a free account before the class begins, so that you can use the full range of features:
- You can create your free account here
- You can download the Zoom app onto your computer or device here
FAQs
Do you offer concessions?
Yes, we offer concessions for full-time students and Seniors/60+.
Concessions cannot be applied in retrospect. To receive a concession, please apply via our online form. We will then send you a discount code to use when booking your space.
What if I need to change or cancel my booking?
No refunds, unless cancelled by the School. If you cancel up to 1 week before the workshop starts, we can offer a transfer to another workshop of equivalent value, subject to availability.
Tutor Biography
Lucie Rose Galvani has been drawing and painting from a young age. In 2016 she found in the King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts a place to discover and explore traditional techniques and philosophy. There she specialized in gilding and painting with pigments on paper and discovered the practice of geometry. Since graduating from the MA programme at the School of Traditional Arts, she developed a geometric study of rose windows from Gothic architecture and carried on painting and gilding.
