Modern Mark Making: From Classical Calligraphy to Hip Hand-Lettering

Engelbrecht, Lisa

 
9781592534197: Modern Mark Making: From Classical Calligraphy to Hip Hand-Lettering
ISBN 10: 1592534198 ISBN 13: 9781592534197
Verlag: Quarry Books, 2008

Inhaltsangabe

A complete volume offering lettering arts techniques as well as project ideasCalligraphy, the art of elegant, beautiful lettering, has increased in popularity over the last several years. From brides who want to address their wedding invitations to do-it-yourselfers who want to prepare certificates or make a family tree, and even for art journalers and scrapbookers who like creative text in their works, calligraphy books and classes are hot.

This book will spark the interest of the calligraphy novice by introducing a new approach to lettering, one that combines a lively combination of traditional lettering styles, fun and scripty modern styles, and artsy street-style lettering, along with project ideas that incorporate creative lettering.

The book demonstrates the uses of traditional and cutting edge lettering tools, from classic calligraphy pens to bling-producing metallic foils and glue pens. It introduces a wide array of lettering styles with complete alphabets sample artworks that show an application. Fully stepped-out illustrations breakdown each letterform, taking the reader through each stroke. A large collection of gallery images that provide further inspiration for how to use creative lettering in artwork.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Lisa Engelbrecht (Long Beach, CA) is a lettering artist and was an instructor of calligraphy at Cerritos College in Norwalk, California, where she instituted a Certificate in Calligraphy. She teaches workshops and classes around the country specializing in lettering on fabric and alternative surfaces, experimental lettering and the creative process.

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Verlag
Quarry Books
Erscheinungsdatum
2008
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1592534198
ISBN 13 
9781592534197
Einband
Spiralbindung
Anzahl der Seiten
160
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