Author : Modern Lettering Publishing
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 35,19 MB
Release : 2019-03-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781798617038
This calligraphy paper and workbook for lettering artists and beginners is super helpful for calligrapher enthusiasts to practice their skills to perfection. The slanted lined graph paper ensures accurate penmanship is achieved. Large size 8.5 X 11" 160 sheets Excellent value for money and an excellent gift for all occasions, birthdays, anniversaries, christmas stocking stuffer and more! Great cheap gift under 10 dollars
Author : Molly Suber Thorpe
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 23,47 MB
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Art
ISBN : 1250271606
Mastering Modern Calligraphy is a comprehensive guide to taking your pointed pen calligraphy skills to the next level and developing your very own modern style. Following up and building on Molly’s popular beginner's guide, Modern Calligraphy, Mastering Modern Calligraphy is the perfect companion for pointed pen and digital calligraphers alike. It is aimed at those with some calligraphy experience, presenting more than 2,700 letterforms and ligatures, targeted exercises, stroke drills, flourishes, and phrases, which emphasize experimentation and fun, rather than rigid uniformity. This beautiful, in-depth guide to modern calligraphy emphasizes experimentation and fun, rather than rigid uniformity. With targeted exercises and lessons aimed at pushing you out of your calligraphy comfort zone, Mastering Modern Calligraphy will not only help you master tricks of the trade, but develop your very own modern calligraphy style, too.
Author : Maureen Peters
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 27,61 MB
Release : 2017-10-31
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0811766101
Try your hand at a beautiful, classic and modern style of writing! A basic, how-to book for beginners featuring 5 popular fonts or hands, Italic, Uncial, Foundational, Gothic, and Casual Pointed Pen, shown in step-by-step detail. The author, an experienced teacher of calligraphy, builds the letters, numbers, and punctuation, giving over 300 photos for each style, so beginners can see the strokes, how the pen is held, and how the characters take form. Pens, papers, inks—all the tools are covered along with necessary techniques, so beginners can use this workbook approach to build mastery of a full range of hands—from the oldest, most traditional to contemporary—quickly and confidently.
Author : Sarah Ensign
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 28,11 MB
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 0744041473
Create beautiful lettering projects, quotes, birthday cards, and more once you’ve learned the basics of hand lettering from artist Sarah Ensign. Have you always wanted to learn the secrets to create stunning letter art? Now you can! This book takes you through different hand lettering styles such as faux calligraphy, brush pen lettering, and creating basic font styles such as monoline, elegant, and brush pen scripts. Sarah Ensign, author and influencer shares this fascinating craft with you through pages of colorful examples and worksheets that allow you to practice what you’ve learned. She also shares practical tips on supplies such as pen and paper, creating beautiful fonts, and master tricky connections, and planning layouts for quotes. Simple Techniques and Endless Possibilities In this colorful, hardcover book, you’ll find hands-on lettering worksheets and step-by-step guides that will quickly build your confidence. Explore your creativity with this fun, creative craft. Hand lettering for Beginners has a fun, non-intimidating approach to guiding readers through hand lettering techniques and possibilities. This book will start a fascinating hobby that will allow you to grow your hand lettering skills and create your own unique projects.
Author : Molly Suber Thorpe
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 26,41 MB
Release : 2017-01-16
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1250152453
A perfect gift for anyone who wants to learn the "write" way to craft calligraphy. Calligraphy is about creating something uniquely beautiful, whether to celebrate a special occasion like marriage or to use every day in the form of stationery. Author Molly Suber Thorpe, an award-winning wedding invitation designer and calligrapher based in Los Angeles, works closely with her international clients to give them the distinctive products they're looking for. In Modern Calligraphy, you can learn from this experienced expert how to master this fresh modern lettering style. The first book to teach this bold new style breaks the calligraphy process down into simple steps so anyone can learn to create their own stunning wedding invitations, thank you cards, gift tags, and more. Starting with an overview of the supplies—from paper to ink to pens—you will learn how to form letters, words, and then phrases by following Molly's clear step-by-step instructions, and by practicing with the provided templates. After mastering letter forms using a pointed pen and ink you can take it to the next level by learning how to use watercolor and gouache, or how to digitize your calligraphy. The twenty projects in the book provide lots of inspiration for making your own and are grouped into three sections: weddings, entertainment, and personal stationery. With loads of ideas, practice exercises, and helpful tips, soon you will be turning out gorgeous script calligraphy pieces like the ones featured in wedding magazines and popular websites like Pinterest.
Author : Nicky Huys
Publisher : Nicky Huys Books
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 37,37 MB
Release : 2024-07-20
Category : Art
ISBN :
"Calligraphy For Beginners" is a comprehensive guide to the art of calligraphy, offering step-by-step instructions for mastering various lettering techniques and writing styles. From foundational strokes to advanced letterforms, this book provides practical exercises and tips to help beginners develop their penmanship and artistic writing skills. With a focus on both traditional and modern calligraphy, readers will learn how to create beautiful, personalized lettering for cards, invitations, and other projects. Whether you're a complete novice or looking to improve your handwriting, "Calligraphy For Beginners" is the perfect resource to unleash your creativity and elevate your writing to new artistic heights.
Author : Younghae Chung
Publisher : Quarry Books
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 29,85 MB
Release : 2022-06-14
Category : Art
ISBN : 1631599852
Classic Calligraphy for Beginners introduces the fundamental techniques for mastering two classic calligraphic scripts, Copperplate and Spencerian, plus easy-to-follow exercises and fun, modern projects. Guided by instructions and illustrations by noted calligraphy artist and teacher Younghae Chung, you will: Get a detailed yet concise overview of tools, supplies, and terminology Try out your materials with basic warm-ups and nib exercises Learn the essential principles or strokes and create the lowercase and uppercase letters of the featured scripts Take your letters to the next level and add flourishes with confidence Explore brush pens and non-flexible writing tools to emulate the look of calligraphy on large-scale and unusual surfaces Reinforce core skills by applying the scripts to a variety of simple, modern projects on paper, wood, glass, fabric, and other surfaces, and get inspiring tips on how to add beautiful details that lend a modern touch Find sample guide sheets for Copperplate, Spencerian, and brush calligraphy Discover the timeless beauty of calligraphy with Classic Calligraphy for Beginners.
Author : Christen Allocco Turney
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 26,72 MB
Release : 2023-08-22
Category : Art
ISBN : 1646045033
Practice and perfect copperplate handwriting with this perforated, easy-to-use beginner-friendly collection of exercises and drills for the modern calligrapher. Taking your pointed pen calligraphy to the next level requires a lot of practice! Luckily, this all-in-one practice book provides templates, tips and tricks, and space to repeat your basic strokes, miniscule and majuscule letters, and more. Copperplate Calligraphy Practice Book also provides smart coaching paired with blank workspace to make your daily practice easier, more efficient, and more fun. It’s the ideal way to help you along in your calligraphy journey. For fans of Sarah Richardson’s Copperplate Calligraphy from A to Z or those looking to practice their lettering skills, this handy workbook features easy-tear perforated practice pages with guided lines, helpful hints and even specific letterform combinations for several popular words and phrases.
Author : Nicky Huys
Publisher : Nicky Huys
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 24,39 MB
Release : 2023-06-18
Category : Art
ISBN :
"Shodo for Beginners" is an immersive guide that introduces you to the captivating art of Japanese calligraphy. Step into the world of Shodo and embark on a journey of self-expression, mindfulness, and cultural exploration. From understanding the essential tools and materials to mastering brush techniques and writing basic characters, this book offers comprehensive lessons and step-by-step guidance. Discover the beauty of different calligraphy styles, learn about stroke order and balance, and explore the meditative aspects of brushwork. With insightful tips, exercises, and examples, you'll gain confidence in creating stunning Shodo pieces. Unlock the transformative power of Shodo as you cultivate mindfulness, embrace imperfections, and find inner calm through the art of brushwork. Whether you're a complete novice or have some prior experience, "Shodo for Beginners" is your gateway to experiencing the elegance and serenity of Japanese calligraphy.
Author : Maki Shimano
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 47,64 MB
Release : 2024-06-18
Category : Art
ISBN : 1462924794
Create beautiful hand-lettered journals, invitations, cards, menus and more with convenient brush pens! Master calligrapher Maki Shimano shows you all the techniques and provides hundreds of colorful examples to inspire you. Creating your own calligraphy is very easy using Shimano's time-tested method of breaking down each letter into a small number of strokes. And she provides dozens of ideas for decorative motifs such as wreaths, balloons, birthday cakes--and so much more! This easy step-by-step guide by an experienced calligraphy teacher allows you to develop your skills quickly. Start with the basic tools and techniques of hand lettering Learn to draw 8 elegant typefaces with just 2 or 3 simple strokes Create compositions with fancy flourishes, "bounce" and rhythm Design a planner, journal, place cards, greeting cards, gift tags, invitations, etc. And much more!
