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Author
Publisher
Sterling Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2004
Physical Desc
128 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Description
A step-by-step instruction book on the ins and outs of calligraphy. For school, for art classes, for fun: this kid-friendly guide to the art of beautiful writing will be a hit anywhere. From the tools to the techniques to the really fantastic projects, everything has been chosen specifically with children in mind. Youngsters can use colorful, special felt-tipped pens called chisel-edged markers to produce great-looking letters. The guidelines (which...
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
176 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 32 cm.
Description
This book brings together the traditional Japanese art of shodo and the wisdom of Zen philosophy. Sato offers a brief history of Japanese calligraphy and its close relationship with the teachings of Zen Buddhism through the ages. He introduces the basic supplies and fundamental brushstroke skills that you'll need.
Author
Publisher
Guild of Master Craftsman Pubns ltd
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
175 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Description
"Calligraphy for Greetings Cards and Scrapbooking is an inspiring guide that shows you how to write it with style and flair. It outlines a plethora of calligraphy techniques using a range of modern and traditional styles. Featuring practical information on creating pleasing layouts, adding written inserts to cards, using separate layers of paper and card, and much more, this is the ultimate calligraphy sourcebook."--www.Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Search Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm.
Description
A highly-visual guide to the techniques and materials for successful decorated calligraphy with a strong contemporary feel. Jan Pickett's work is beautifully executed, with a fresh, modern style that lifts calligraphy respectfully from its traditional roots and gives it a modern appeal. This book includes a vital grounding in calligraphy while presenting a huge variety of colorful exercises and projects for the reader to follow. Inspiration abounds,...
16) The complete calligrapher: a comprehensive guide from basic techniques to inspirational alphabets
Author
Publisher
Quantum Books
Pub. Date
2002, c1993
Physical Desc
176 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Author
Publisher
Running Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
271 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Description
"Blending the aspirational and the instructional, By Hand brings the beauty of lettering beyond the page, through 30 distinct projects, from watercolor placecards to cozy pillows. Relatable lessons introduce readers to the essentials of lettering, including tools (brush pens, brushes, and paint pens), essential lessons, and developing a personal style, with the warm and welcoming approach of popular Instagram letterer Nicole Miyuki Santo. Encouraging...
Author
Publisher
Watson-Guptill
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
87 pages ; 23 cm
Description
"This simple guide to calligraphy teaches just the basics, allowing novices to jump right in and make their own wedding invitations, hand-label envelopes, write their own placecards, and explore their creative side. With the rise of do-it-yourselfers, there is growing demand for a calligraphy guide that is much simpler than what's currently on the market. This book answers that call, with a focus on only the popular Italic alphabet rather than the...
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