Complete Calligraphy Skills - Softcover

Lunniss, Vivien

Softcover

ISBN 10: 143800589X ISBN 13: 9781438005898

Publisher: B E S Pub Co, 2015

Synopsis

The modern use of calligraphy for wedding invitations and graphic design has breathed new life into the ancient art of decorative lettering, but beginners can be overwhelmed by the vast array of techniques needed for mastering calligraphy. "Complete Calligraphy Skills/i> provides step-by-step instruction along with online tutorials that expand on the content of the book, making this one of the most comprehensive and user-friendly calligraphy manuals available. Inside, readers will find: A history of calligraphy, from its early beginnings to its 21st-century revivalGuidance on the essential tools and material needed to get startedAn overview of the basic principles, letter parts and weights, pen angle, and moreExercises for 20 fonts, from uncials and Anglo-Saxon scripts, to Roman capitals, gothic, and even modern freeform "drawn" letteringThe online movie tutorials highlight the key alphabet styles and can be accessed through QR codes and URLs and will demonstrate how each letter is created. More than 300 full-color illustrations.

About this title

About the Author:

Vivien Lunniss's interest in calligraphy began many years ago with the gift of a fountain pen set. Today, she is a Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society Accredited Tutor and also teaches workshops at various venues.

About this edition

• Publisher: B E S Pub Co
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 143800589X
• ISBN 13: 9781438005898
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192