2024

INSTITUT SUPÉRIEUR EUROPÉEN DE L'ENLUMINURE ET DU MANUSCRIT

Framing Illumination

The institute's title of illuminator is now recognized by the State. Under the direction of Barbara de Monchy, the course combines history and technical acquisitions to prepare in two years, the future professionals of illumination and medieval binding. The first year is devoted to art drawing, illumination on various media and techniques; in a companion spirit, the second year focuses on perfecting and creating a masterpiece. On the site, videos and photos of creations. Be careful, however, such a quality training has a cost: count €5,000 in the first year, €5,000 in the second, plus €1,000 in registration fees and add the cost of materials; a cost but also a real personal investment: to obtain the title of illuminator, you will need to work some 2,400 hours over 20 months!

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