Extraordinary Hand Lettering

Author : Doris Wai
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781510721920

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Extraordinary Hand Lettering by Doris Wai Pdf

Are you a curious hand lettering beginner or long-time enthusiast looking to take your craft to the next level? Or are you a DIY guru or event planner wishing to breathe new life into a boring gift, event signage, or party décor? Extraordinary Hand Lettering opens your eyes to the endless possibilities in the world of creative lettering, showing you how to work with types of surfaces, such as wood, glass and acrylic, chalk, and even mirrors. First, learn the simple tools and tricks of hand lettering essentials—cursive and basic typefaces, creating balance and composition, and how to draw letters, as well as secret tips on what words you should choose to spotlight or shadow. Then, discover the lettering potentials of everyday items by transforming household objects or discarded items, such as old vintage mirrors, jewelry, and furniture, into a customized gift, unique decoration, quirky art piece, or stunning signage—all with the right lettering and choice of pen, pencil, or marker. For all DIY art-and-crafters, homemakers, and small business entrepreneurs, lettering is a versatile and necessary skill that can repurpose the old into something that is new, beautiful, and functional. Finally, draw inspirations from twelve whimsical projects suited for the girlie girl, the sophisticated man, or the modern minimalist. Combine the art of lettering and upcycling crafts to bring beauty into your everyday lifestyle.

Author : Sarah Ensign
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780744041477

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Hand Lettering for Beginners by Sarah Ensign Pdf

Create beautiful lettering projects, quotes, birthday cards, and more once you’ve learned the basics of hand lettering from artist Sarah Ensign. Have you always wanted to learn the secrets to create stunning letter art? Now you can! This book takes you through different hand lettering styles such as faux calligraphy, brush pen lettering, and creating basic font styles such as monoline, elegant, and brush pen scripts. Sarah Ensign, author and influencer shares this fascinating craft with you through pages of colorful examples and worksheets that allow you to practice what you’ve learned. She also shares practical tips on supplies such as pen and paper, creating beautiful fonts, and master tricky connections, and planning layouts for quotes. Simple Techniques and Endless Possibilities In this colorful, hardcover book, you’ll find hands-on lettering worksheets and step-by-step guides that will quickly build your confidence. Explore your creativity with this fun, creative craft. Hand lettering for Beginners has a fun, non-intimidating approach to guiding readers through hand lettering techniques and possibilities. This book will start a fascinating hobby that will allow you to grow your hand lettering skills and create your own unique projects.

Author : Joanne Sharpe
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781620335178

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The Art of Whimsical Lettering by Joanne Sharpe Pdf

A "font" of information on lettering styles! The Art of Whimsical Lettering is an artful instruction book on creating stylized fonts and expressive artwork with personal handwriting skills. Author Joanne Sharpe shows you how to create exuberant and personalized writing styles for your artworkâ€"whether it be a journal, canvas art, or other projects that use text. After an overview of Joanne's favorite tools and surfaces, take a peek into Joanne's personal lettering journal to discover how you too can collect inspiration, hone your lettering skills, and tap into your natural creativity. Joanne then demonstrates twenty art techniques for creating a variety of lettering styles using many different tools. She provides you with fifteen basic alphabets, ranging from simple pen-and-ink renditions to increasingly elaborated texts that reference calligraphy, vintage fonts, and doodle art, among other styles. Joanne also teaches you how to turn prosaic lettering into page art itself, merging text into illustration, or ornamenting words with decorative drawings.

Author : Abbey Sy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-15
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781631592829

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Hand Lettering A to Z by Abbey Sy Pdf

Learn to draw your own alphabet as Abbey Sy and other artists teach you the art of hand lettering!

Author : Hinkler Books Pty Ltd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Lettering
ISBN : 1488912599

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The Great Big Book of Amazing Creative Lettering by Hinkler Books Pty Ltd Pdf

"Created in collaboration with professional hand-letteres, this instructional guide includes over seventy-five alphabets, exercises, and fun projects for beginners and experienced letterers alike!" -- Cover.

Author : Jen Wagner
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-17
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781440351037

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Happy Hand Lettering by Jen Wagner Pdf

Create a More Beautiful World with a Little Hand-Lettered Love! Messages from your own hand are an intimate and powerful means of expression and communication. Happy Hand Lettering offers you instruction and encouragement to begin creating beautifully written words right away. From selecting the best tools and supplies, to forming your first simple letters, everything you need to begin your calligraphic journey is here. • Learn beginning-level techniques for brush lettering, nib lettering and modern lettering as you progress from strokes to letters and from words to phrases. • Discover ideas for using your new lettering skills in a practical way--envelopes, gift tags, decor and more. • Brush up on composition basics, typography terms and an exploration of a variety of mediums. Enjoy the process of learning something new. Start crafting hopeful and happy messages today!

Author : Emily Gregory
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-21
Category : Design
ISBN : 1452112029

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Little Book of Lettering by Emily Gregory Pdf

Typography is always one of the designer's first considerations when it comes to making a statement, and in recent years the world of lettering and type has exploded in an unprecedented wave of creative discovery. Contemporary artists, typesetters, and designers of all kinds are exploring new horizons in illustrated and hand-drawn lettering, digitally rendered lettering, and 3D lettering. This collection—large in scope but petite in size—surveys the recent lettering renaissance, showcasing a diverse range of talent in gorgeous, eye-catching examples and profiling today's innovators. In a stunning little package that expertly combines a handmade feel with a modern aesthetic, this is the ultimate inspirational collection of contemporary lettering for design buffs and type enthusiasts alike.

Author : Molly Suber Thorpe
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-01-16
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781250152459

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Modern Calligraphy by Molly Suber Thorpe Pdf

A perfect gift for anyone who wants to learn the "write" way to craft calligraphy. Calligraphy is about creating something uniquely beautiful, whether to celebrate a special occasion like marriage or to use every day in the form of stationery. Author Molly Suber Thorpe, an award-winning wedding invitation designer and calligrapher based in Los Angeles, works closely with her international clients to give them the distinctive products they're looking for. In Modern Calligraphy, you can learn from this experienced expert how to master this fresh modern lettering style. The first book to teach this bold new style breaks the calligraphy process down into simple steps so anyone can learn to create their own stunning wedding invitations, thank you cards, gift tags, and more. Starting with an overview of the supplies—from paper to ink to pens—you will learn how to form letters, words, and then phrases by following Molly's clear step-by-step instructions, and by practicing with the provided templates. After mastering letter forms using a pointed pen and ink you can take it to the next level by learning how to use watercolor and gouache, or how to digitize your calligraphy. The twenty projects in the book provide lots of inspiration for making your own and are grouped into three sections: weddings, entertainment, and personal stationery. With loads of ideas, practice exercises, and helpful tips, soon you will be turning out gorgeous script calligraphy pieces like the ones featured in wedding magazines and popular websites like Pinterest.

Author : Megan Wells
Publisher : Peter Pauper Press, Inc.
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2018-08-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781441325709

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Hand-Lettering by Megan Wells Pdf

Author : Grace Song
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-30
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781612436890

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Brush Pen Lettering by Grace Song Pdf

Create beautiful hand lettering with the first book dedicated entirely to the use and mastery of modern brush pens. Drawing gorgeous letters, words and phrases with a brush pen doesn’t have to be difficult! Brush Pen Lettering will show you how to create your own unique style. To help you on your lettering journey, this comprehensive how-to guide includes: • DIY projects • Tips and Tricks • Color Photographs • Inspiring Ideas • Step-by-step instructions • Practice exercises

Author : Margaret Shepherd
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780823082308

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Learn World Calligraphy by Margaret Shepherd Pdf

Learn World Calligraphy has something for everyone. Whether you want scholarly insight, artistic inspiration, classroom projects, or a theme for your next party, this comprehensive, unparalleled full-color book will guide you on a virtual trip around the globe. Covering nearly all of the world’s writing systems—from African to Arabic, Chinese to Greek, Hebrew to Russian, and beyond—Learn World Calligraphy offers a unique glimpse of scripts worldwide and the calligraphers who write them. Lushly illustrated with gorgeous examples of both historical and modern calligraphic designs, this book is filled with practical instruction for how key aspects of each exotic script can be applied to the English alphabet, generating calligraphic hybrids with a distinctly foreign flair. Like a new cuisine that you can’t wait to cook at home, the scripts you meet in this book are sure to infuse your own calligraphy with the flavor of abroad. Bon voyage!

Author : Abbey Sy
Publisher : Monsa Publications
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-09
Category : Art
ISBN : 8416500797

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The ABCs of Hand Lettering by Abbey Sy Pdf

"The ABCs of Hand Lettering is your guide and the first step to starting a new hobby. Learn the difference between serif, sans serif, script, and decorative fonts; find out how to put together letters and words; and come up with your very own hand-lettered work. Practice with the exercises to discover your most creative side!"--Backcover.

Author : Mye De Leon
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 1510729410

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Mastering Hand-Lettering by Mye De Leon Pdf

Creative hand lettering and calligraphy are the newest trends in arts and crafts. Many people across the US are turning to these elegant (and sometimes quirky) art forms as a way to relax and de-stress, while simultaneously nourishing their creativity through a fun new outlet. This comprehensive manual covers the spectrum of what creative letterists and calligraphists need to know, and teaches them how to add their own individual touch to letters, cards, signs, chalkboards, reports, signatures, and much more! This book includes:•An introduction to hand lettering•A glossary of terms•Lettering anatomy•Lettering tools•Composition & hierarchy•Hand lettering process•Chalkboard lettering•Lettering examples•How to draw letters•Practice pages, tutorials, & exercisesStart learning how to write and letter beautifully today with Mastering Hand Lettering!

Author : Maghon Taylor
Publisher : DaySpring
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1684086264

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Happy Handlettering by Maghon Taylor Pdf

"A colorful, fun, and inspirational guide, Happy Hand Lettering offers a simple three-step process for turning your handwriting into hand lettering. It includes an alphabet guide for lowercase and uppercase letters, practice pages, as well as practical applications for project ideas such as ornaments, envelopes, gift tags, and so much more. By hand lettering Scriptures and focusing on life-giving words, creative hearts can release their inhibitions, feeling free to make mistakes, try again, mess-up, redo, and all the while, bask in God's amazing presence and peace."

Author : Cristina Vanko
Publisher : LOM Art
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-29
Category : Art
ISBN : 191055250X

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Hand-Lettering for Everyone by Cristina Vanko Pdf

Be inspired as you learn about different letterforms and practise making your own. Looking at the stories behind and the main features of different styles, with fun exercises, creative prompts of what to letter, and tips from top designers, this book will guide you through the process of designing different letters.