Daniels, Joy
Pocket Guide to Calligraphy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781782218159
- author:
- Daniels, Joy
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Search Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 15.5 x 0.5 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Papercrafts,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Learn the fundamentals of traditional calligraphy with this portable guide. The styles of its letters have evolved over time, but the classical Roman capitals remain the foundation for all modern lettering and design.
This compact book introduces you to four essential alphabets: Foundational Hand, Italic Hand, Uncial Hand, and Gothic Hand. You'll discover how to use pens and papers, master pen angles and nibs, and achieve classic letter design through key terminology, stroke directions, and letter spacing.
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