Classic Calligraphy for Beginners introduces the fundamental techniques for mastering two classic calligraphic scripts, Copperplate and Spencerian, plus easy-to-follow exercises and fun, modern projects.
Guided by instructions and illustrations by noted calligraphy artist and teacher Younghae Chung, you will:
- Get a detailed yet concise overview of tools, supplies, and terminology
- Try out your materials with basic warm-ups and nib exercises
- Learn the essential principles or strokes and create the lowercase and uppercase letters of the featured scripts
- Take your letters to the next level and add flourishes with confidence
- Explore brush pens and non-flexible writing tools to emulate the look of calligraphy on large-scale and unusual surfaces
- Reinforce core skills by applying the scripts to a variety of simple, modern projects on paper, wood, glass, fabric, and other surfaces, and get inspiring tips on how to add beautiful details that lend a modern touch
- Find sample guide sheets for Copperplate, Spencerian, and brush calligraphy
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- Authors:
- Chung, Younghae
- Year Published:
- 2022
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Format:
- Paperback
- Illustrations Note:
- 250 color photos
- ISBN:
- 9781631599842
- Number of Pages:
- 144
- Publication Date:
- 14/06/2022
- Publisher:
- Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
- Language:
- English
- SKU:
- 9781631599842