One of the things I enjoy most about maintaining Metalcyberspace is following the links and discovering hidden gems. Recently while checking links I visited Russell Jones blog. I then stumbled across Kleinodienbuch der Herzogin Anna von Bayern (The Jewel Book of Archduchess of Baveria)- an amazing book with examples of hand painted gouache renderings by Hans Mielich (1516-1573) at the Digital Library Department of the Bavarian State Library which has been digitizing historical collections of books for online viewing.

This library collection is a must see for anyone interested in antique manuscripts.

I love painting with gouache and watercolor to create my jewelry designs so this is a real treasure to find. Can’t wait to explore the rest of the library.

For more information about rendering, I have a page on my website http://www.sarantos.com/designs.htm with the basics.

Susan Sarantos

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