Learn the art of decorative lettering with this beautiful book that introduces simplified calligraphy techniques to today's young, creative artists. Readers start with the basic pen and ink strokes that create each letter, building up to flourishes and embellishments for a variety of alphabet styles. This title includes twelve step-by-step projects that show how to use colour and gilding to ornament letters, paint classic Celtic knotwork designs, and use calligraphy to decorate items such as wedding invitations, fantasy artwork, logos and more. It features a chapter on using a computer to create your own lettering fonts.
| ISBN: | 9781446300565 |
| Publication date: | 24th June 2011 |
| Author: | Cari Buziak |
| Publisher: | F. and W. an imprint of F+W Media Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 125 pages |
| Genres: |
Calligraphy and hand-lettering |