Rose windows have graced architectural styles for thousands of years through history; ever evolving in complexity since the ancient Roman oculus to Gothic tracery and beyond. Their aesthetically pleasing symmetry and proportions originate from their underlying geometric structure.

In this class I will teach you how to draw a window design by constructing a circular grid. Then you will learn how to create two different interpretations of the pattern – a stained glass variation inspired by bar tracery and a carved variation inspired by the earlier plate tracery.

I will demonstrate numerous colouring techniques such as how to achieve translucent watercolour effects. I will show you how to thicken and decorate the frames to achieve three-dimensional depth. I will also discuss a wide range of tips to improve accuracy and imperfections.

This class is suitable for all levels and it includes step by step instructions.

The skills learnt in this class can be applied to any of your own future designs.