Calligraphy & Lettering - A Maker's Guide (Paperback)

Aimed at anyone wanting to learn more about the increasingly popular art of calligraphy and lettering, this practical introduction showcases many fine examples in the V&A's collection, and will give readers a new understanding and appreciation of letterforms. Fifteen beautiful step-by-step projects each take their cue from a different technique or tradition. Detailed instructions lead readers through the essentials of classic calligraphy styles such as Gothic and Italic lettering, on to vintage-inspired signwriting and chalkboard design and even into the elegant, image-led worlds of illuminated capitals and zoomorphic calligraphy. Designed by leading calligraphy teachers and practitioners, the projects include a handmade booklet, banner, menu, gift tags, a monogram stamp, greetings cards and more. Each project offers tips on how to take steps towards developing one's own designs. This book is packed with inspiration and practical advice to enable anyone to find new creative direction through the timeless arts of calligraphy and hand-lettering.

General

Imprint:	Thames and Hudson
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Maker's Guide
Release date:	April 2019
Foreword by:	Denise Lach
Dimensions:	265 x 205 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-0-500-29430-7
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Decorative arts & crafts > Lettering & calligraphy
LSN:	0-500-29430-5
Barcode:	9780500294307

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