The Art and Craft of Hand Lettering Techniques, Projects, Inspiration |
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| Author:
| Cicale, Annie |
| ISBN: | 978-1-57990-403-6 |
| Publication Date: | May 2004 |
| Publisher: | Lark Books
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $24.95 |
Book Description:
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A beautiful introduction to a popular art. Thanks to the guidance of an experienced calligraphy teacher, anyone can add a touch of elegance to invitations, handwritten poems, and a variety of surfaces. Annie Cicale provides a complete, easy-to-follow course in the art of beautiful writing and an attractive resource filled with breathtaking images. She’ll guide your pen as you master broad pen alphabets, including classic uncial, Roman and italic caps, as...
More Description A beautiful introduction to a popular art.
Thanks to the guidance of an experienced calligraphy teacher, anyone can add a touch of elegance to invitations, handwritten poems, and a variety of surfaces. Annie Cicale provides a complete, easy-to-follow course in the art of beautiful writing and an attractive resource filled with breathtaking images. She’ll guide your pen as you master broad pen alphabets, including classic uncial, Roman and italic caps, as well as playful invented styles with added variations. Copy a historical letter technique, and understand the basics of layout, design, texture, and color. Seventeen projects include a traditional certificate with decorative contrasts and flourishes; journals and scrapbooks; and even a colorful silk-screened pillow.