The Complete Guide To Calligraphy: Techniques And Materials
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A comprehensive instructional reference for aspiring and experienced calligraphers alike, The Complete Guide to Calligraphy: Techniques and Materials presents a thorough survey of the art of beautiful writing, covering a wide range of historical scripts and contemporary styles. The guide instructs readers in the foundational principles of letterform, pen angle, stroke order, and rhythm, ensuring that beginners can build a solid technical foundation while seasoned practitioners refine their craft. It details the essential tools of the trade — from nibs, inks, and brushes to papers and vellum — helping artists make informed choices about the materials best suited to their work. Written in a clear, encouraging, and authoritative tone, the text illustrates each technique with step-by-step guidance, making complex scripts approachable and achievable. Whether the goal is mastering classical Italic, Gothic Blackletter, or Copperplate, this guide stands as an indispensable resource for anyone passionate about the timeless art of calligraphy.
Author: Judy Martin
Format: Hardback
Published: 1988, Guild Publishing London
Genre: The arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A comprehensive instructional reference for aspiring and experienced calligraphers alike, The Complete Guide to Calligraphy: Techniques and Materials presents a thorough survey of the art of beautiful writing, covering a wide range of historical scripts and contemporary styles. The guide instructs readers in the foundational principles of letterform, pen angle, stroke order, and rhythm, ensuring that beginners can build a solid technical foundation while seasoned practitioners refine their craft. It details the essential tools of the trade — from nibs, inks, and brushes to papers and vellum — helping artists make informed choices about the materials best suited to their work. Written in a clear, encouraging, and authoritative tone, the text illustrates each technique with step-by-step guidance, making complex scripts approachable and achievable. Whether the goal is mastering classical Italic, Gothic Blackletter, or Copperplate, this guide stands as an indispensable resource for anyone passionate about the timeless art of calligraphy.