Calligraphy Alphabets Made Easy

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1986-07-25
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0399512578

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Calligraphy Alphabets Made Easy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

This book is a totally new concept in learning and improving calligraphy skills. It presents a new lettering challenge for each day of the year; 365 in all (plus a bonus for Leap Day), ranging from 'angular Italic' to 'turned Celtic.' These alphabets are the perfect program for beginners learning the art of beautiful writing. They also offer the best form of practice and improvement for experienced calligraphers. In addition to daily practice, a practical lettering project is presented for each week. There are 52 in all, ranging from wholly creative projects such as designing an award for a special person to such money-makers as lettering wedding invitations or greeting cards.

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-21
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780770434595

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Learn Calligraphy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

In an age of myriad computer fonts and instant communication, your handwriting style is increasingly a very personal creation. In this book, Margaret Shepherd, America's premier calligrapher, shows you that calligraphy is not simply a craft you can learn, but an elegant art form that you can make your own. Calligraphy remains perennially popular, often adorning wedding invitations, diplomas, and commercial signs. Whether it is Roman, Gothic, Celtic, Bookhand, or Italic style, calligraphy conveys class and elegance. Margaret Shepherd makes this ancient art form accessible in a completely hand-lettered technical guide that will: * Provide context for calligraphy as an art, exploring the rich tradition of hand-lettering and mapping the evolution of the most popular styles. * Give detailed technical advice on choosing pens, paper, and inks, setting up your workspace, mastering various pen angles, along with step-by-step illustrations to guide you as you practice. * Explain which alphabets are appropriate for different forms of writing. For example, the Roman alphabet works well for short, unpunctuated passages, while the Italic alphabet is more suited to informal everyday communication. * Encourage you to personalize your lettering by using variant strokes and interpreting how you would like the words to look on the page. * Inspire you with carefully chosen illustrations and examples, which bring letters to life. In Margaret Shepherd's own words, "Calligraphy trains not only your eye and hand, but your mind as well." Learn Calligraphy is the authoritative primer for this age-old craft, and will help develop a new appreciation for lettering as you discover your creative personality.

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : HarperThorsons
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Alphabets
ISBN : 0722513909

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Calligraphy Alphabets Made Easy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1989-05-18
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 039950964X

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Calligraphy Made Easy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

With Calligraphy Made Easy, you can learn the art of beautiful writing in just eight easy lessons. Includes sections on the Gothic alphabet, the Italic alphabet, and how best to hold the pen. Perfect for creating unique gifts, stationery, and invitations.

Author : Debra Beagle
Publisher : EFG
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2004-04-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 1930500130

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Hand Lettering Made Easy by Debra Beagle Pdf

Calligraphy and lettering go from art to magic in Handlettering Made Easy, the first book that shows how to use widely available markers for calligraphy! Crafters and scrapbookers will quickly become experts with Beagle's clear, hands-on explanations of the technique and its application to journaling, computer lettering, and lettering on special surfaces like ceramics, terra cotta, glass and fabric.The book includes 150 illustrations and loads of different calligraphy and lettering alphabets, plus numerous scrapbook layouts to spark readers' creativity.

Author : Eleanor Winters
Publisher : Union Square & Co.
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-25
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781454936541

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Calligraphy for Kids by Eleanor Winters Pdf

For school, for art classes, for fun: this kid-friendly guide to the art of beautiful writing will be a hit anywhere. From the tools to the techniques to the fantastic projects, everything has been chosen specifically for children. Youngsters can use special, colorful, felt-tipped pens called chisel-edged markers to produce great-looking letters. The guidelines make it easier to get good results. Attractive pages, filled with brightly colored examples, get kids started with simple zigzags and then move on to small and large italics, gothic lettering, uncial, and Roman calligraphy. Children will enjoy using their new skills to write down favorite poems, fashion border designs, and create greeting cards and invitations.

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UOM:39015006809308

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Capitals for Calligraphy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

Author : George Bickham
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0486297799

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George Bickham's Penmanship Made Easy, Or, The Young Clerk's Assistant) by George Bickham Pdf

Unabridged reprint of extremely rare 18th-century manual offers helpful hints on forming letters, holding the pen, arm and wrist positions, and posture. Includes rich sampling of alphabets, maxims, didactic verses, and other words of advice. Charmingly illustrated instruction manual for calligraphers, commercial artists,and devoteés of fine penmanship.

Author : Jim Bennett
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2011-02-25
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781118051290

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Calligraphy For Dummies by Jim Bennett Pdf

You’ve always admired beautiful calligraphy, but you probably figured it was way too hard to master, right ? Calligraphy is actually much easier than you ever dreamed. All you need is the right guide and you’ll be up to speed in no time! Calligraphy For Dummies lets anyone discover the art and fun of lettering. With this hands-on guide, you’ll be able to develop your craft and test it out in no time. Starting with the italic alphabet, you’ll discover different types of strokes, how to angle your pen, and how to join letters. This easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide shows you: All the tools you need to practice the craft Where to get the proper ink and paper How to master several alphabets Different variations to change the look of letters How to mix and match your alphabets How to create a poster, sign, or certificate Ways to design and letter a quotation Common mistakes that can easily be avoided Calligraphy For Dummies also provides tips on how to put your calligraphy skills to good use, with ideas for making money, adding flair to wedding invitations, and more! It also includes ten fun alphabets and practice pages to hone in on your talent, as well as examples of poorly formed letters to keep you on track. With a little practice, you’ll be creating stunning letters and experiencing the joys of writing calligraphy!

Author : Caroline Bryan
Publisher : Castle Point Books
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-10
Category : Art
ISBN : 1250271304

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Hand-Lettering Lessons by Caroline Bryan Pdf

Teach yourself trendy modern calligraphy with this hand-lettering workbook. Hand lettering is a craze that shows no sign of slowing down – modern calligraphy is ubiquitous in home décor and craft projects. This handy workbook shows readers how to teach themselves to hand letter in different styles with traceable alphabets for practice. A hard-working technique book, Caroline Bryan's Hand-Lettering Lessons will enable readers to take on a wide variety of hand-lettered projects with ease.

Author : Eleanor Winters
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2000-05-08
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780486409511

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Mastering Copperplate Calligraphy by Eleanor Winters Pdf

Practical guide teaches elegant 18th-century writing style. Each letterform demonstrated stroke by stroke with clear explanation. Write quotations, poems, invitations, more. Numerous black-and-white illus. Bibliography.

Author : Guillaume Olive,Zihong He
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2012-09-18
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781462909872

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My First Book of Chinese Calligraphy by Guillaume Olive,Zihong He Pdf

My First Book of Chinese Calligraphy is a fun and engaging introduction to one of China's most popular arts and crafts for kids. Calligraphy—the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush—has been around for thousands of years. In this fun calligraphy for kids book, readers will follow along with Mimi, an eight year old, who takes her first steps towards learning this magical art. Dive in, and explore: The Evolution of Chinese Writing—how Chinese characters first began, thousands of years ago, and how they have evolved The Order of the Strokes—learn how to write the strokes in the correct order The Radicals—what are they, and how to unlock their secrets The Four Treasures of Calligraphy— the four essential tools to get started Movements and Position—how to master your mind's focus, your breathing and even how to move The Five Styles of Calligraphy—Zhuan Shu (seal), Li Shu (clerical), Kai Shu (regular), Cao Shu (cursive), and Xing Shu (running) The Eight Strokes— how to draw the 8 strokes; with them, you can write anything Writing a Character in Calligraphy—create an entire character in calligraphy

Author : Whitney Farnsworth
Publisher : Paper Peony Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1948209470

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Pretty Simple Lettering by Whitney Farnsworth Pdf

Learn the art of hand lettering with this comprehensive how-to book, full of beauty, knowledge, and inspiration! Pretty Simple Lettering is the perfect book for any hand letterer, whether you're new to the art or an experienced designer looking to expand your skill. In the book, you will learn the basics of creating alphabets in many different styles, how to develop those styles into one that is uniquely your own, and how to turn your lettering into beautiful pieces of art. Learning the basics of hand lettering can be pretty simple! Whitney breaks down 10 individual alphabets in various lettering styles, including upper and lower case, showing you how to form each letter, turn those letters into words, and turn those words into works of art! Discover the tools, techniques, and tricks of the trade from a seasoned lettering artist who has been in the business since 2014.In the final sections of this book, learn how Whitney approaches every design as she leads you through a step-by-step tutorial outlining her process of composition. The last section of the book is filled with project pages for you to create your own works of art to hang on your wall or gift to a friend! Every project is surrounded by gorgeous floral designs, adding a special touch of whimsy to your final creation!

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : Perigee Trade
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0399514503

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Modern Calligraphy Made Easy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

A guide to the ideas, techniques and methods of making beautiful letters.

Author : Will Norman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Art
ISBN : 0785364552

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Calligraphy Made Easy by Will Norman Pdf