Book Description
A remarkable series of studies, including 23 complete alphabets, in ornate penmanship. Among the lettering styles: Roman print, German text, Old English print and English church text.
Author : George J. Becker
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,10 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780486276786
A remarkable series of studies, including 23 complete alphabets, in ornate penmanship. Among the lettering styles: Roman print, German text, Old English print and English church text.
Author : Thomas James Cobden-Sanderson
Publisher :
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 34,59 MB
Release : 1900
Category : Book design
ISBN :
Author : Anonyme
Publisher : Gingko Press Editions
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,96 MB
Release : 2017-11
Category : Intaglio printing
ISBN : 9789887849414
The Art of Printing examines the four major printing processes, stencil, planographic, intaglio, and relief printing through an in-depth analysis of each system with steps, terminology and diagrams, followed by an incredible showcase of cutting-edge work created with each method. With multidisciplinary applications for every conceivable material from paper and cardboard to cloth, plastic, aluminium foil, glass and ceramic, this book is intended for artists, fashion or graphic designers alike.
Author : Thomas James Cobden-Sanderson
Publisher :
Page : 13 pages
File Size : 36,72 MB
Release : 1913
Category : Books
ISBN :
Author : David Diringer
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 17,33 MB
Release : 2013-01-17
Category : Art
ISBN : 0486142493
"A remarkable work. . . . For sheer weight of information there is no equal to it." — The Spectator. It is probable that the earliest "books" were written on wood or leaves as early as the fourth millennium B.C. These fragile materials, unfortunately, have not come down to us. In their absence, the earliest surviving books are the clay tablets of Mesopotamia, the oldest attributed to c. 3500 B.C. On these ancient clay shards, dense rows of cuneiform script record the seminal writings of mankind: the Gilgamesh epic, Sumerian literary catalogues, Babylonian astrology, Assyrian accounts of the Creation and the Flood, and the Lipit-Ishtar Law-Code (c. 2000 B.C.), predating Hammurabi and the oldest law code in human history. Probably as ancient as the Mesopotamian writings, or nearly so, are Egyptian hieroglyphics. In a sense, it is the papyrus scrolls of the Egyptians — preserved by that country's hot, dry climate — that represent the true ancestors of the modern book. As the centuries passed, papyrus slowly gave way to parchment (the prepared skins of animals) as writing material. Indeed, the handwritten parchment or vellum codex is "the book" par excellence of the Middle Ages. Western European book production is only part of the story, and the author is at pains to illuminate the bibliographic contributions of numerous peoples and cultures: Greek and Roman book production, books made in central and southern Asia, the books of Africa, pre-Columbian America, and the Far East — material that is often not mentioned in Western histories of the book. Based on years of painstaking research and incorporating a wealth of new material and conclusions, the text is enhanced throughout by abundant illustrations — nearly 200 photographic facsimiles of priceless manuscripts in museums and libraries around the world.
Author : Susan M. Allen
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 28,1 MB
Release : 2010-03-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 3598441797
In China the tradition of a book society is longer than anywhere else in the world. Chinese paper making, calligraphy and woodblock printing date from very early ages, but have for a very long time remained almost unknown to the Western world. At the IFLA satellite meeting “Chinese Written and Printed Cultural Heritage and Library Work” in Hangzhou in 2006 the richness of present day book historical research and library activities in China has been presented by more than sixty papers. This fine selection reflects the width and depth of this extremely important and immense Chinese heritage.
Author : Sarah Ensign
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 29,59 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 : Sally Sanders
Publisher : Rockridge Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,33 MB
Release : 2019-11-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781641524179
Improve your print and cursive handwriting, while appreciating the beauty and benefits of written words This comprehensive print and cursive handwriting workbook for adults gives clear instruction and a sequential program of exercises that progress your penmanship to become perfectly polished. Make your best impression when writing in birthday cards, thank-you notes, postcards, love letters, and more. A chapter on calligraphy and hand lettering guides you to take your handwriting practice even further. Practical, encouraging approach—Anyone can improve their handwriting with a little practice. This workbook presents straightforward instruction, with an appreciation for the beauty of handwriting. Achieve your penmanship goals—Whether you want to increase your handwriting’s legibility, write more quickly, or write in a way that presents a positive image, this is the workbook for you. Analyze handwriting weaknesses—This book offers methods and lessons to identify and correct handwriting flaws, and helps you develop your own distinct, unique style. Handwritten notes hold more value, so learn how to perfect the look of your penmanship.
Author : Chiswick Book Shop, Southbury
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 45,71 MB
Release : 1991
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Thich Nhat Hanh
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,70 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780500110287
Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is best known as a prolific author, poet, teacher, scholar and peace activist. Yet he is also a master calligrapher, distilling ancient Buddhist teachings into simple phrases that resonate with our modern times, capturing and expressing his lifetime of meditative insight, peace and compassion. This book offers a rare opportunity to spend time in the presence of his beautiful creations. For Thich Nhat Hanh, creating calligraphy is more than creating art - it is also a meditative practice. He is fully present for every moment, from drinking his tea, to sitting down and taking a brush, and using the tea to make the ink. Each calligraphy is made of mindful sitting, breathing, walking, smiling - and love.