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When Philip Hensher realized that he didn't know what one of his closest friend's handwriting looked like, he felt that something essential was missing from their friendship. It dawned on him that, having abandoned fountain pens for keyboards, we have lost one of the ways by which we come to recognize and know another person. The Missing Ink tells the story of this endangered art. Hensher reflects on what handwriting can tell us about personality...
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Take your lettering to the next level with beautiful, stylish flourishes.
You've mastered every letter, from capital A to lowercase z. Now you want your hand-drawn projects to have the ornate and extravagant look that is only achieved through flourishing. Whether you go for a delicate, stately, whimsical, bold, funky or elegant look, flourishing is a wonderful way to develop a personal style and make your hand-lettering stand out. From basic theories...
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From amassing sacred relics to collecting celebrity memorabilia, the impulse to hoard has gripped humankind throughout the centuries. But what is it that drives people to possess objects that have no conceivable use? To Have and To Hold is a captivating tour of collectors and their treasures from medieval times to the present, from a cabinet containing unicorn horns and a Tsar's collection of teeth to the macabre art of embalmer Dr. Frederick Ruysch,...
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Practice til you're perfect with expert drills, tips, and exercises!
If you want to take your hand lettering to the next level, you need to practice, practice, practice. But merely writing the same letter over and over often leads to repeating the same mistake instead of improving your skill.
Packed with expert drills, tips and exercises, Brush Pen Lettering Practice Book provides the smart coaching and blank work space to make your daily...
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Presented in an easy-to-understand way that is perfect for children, Chinese Brush Painting teaches the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy. For more than a thousand years, a traditional Chinese style of art-brush painting-has been used to make pictures that are more than just pictures. These are images that harness your imagination, and capture on paper the true spirit of an animal... or a landscape... or a tree. All you need is black paint, white...
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In a time where most of our writing is, done through computer font, artistic letter design allows us to be unique and express our own personal styles. In this book, Maggie reveals the beauty of the art and how, you can master this art form to express yourself.
Here's whats included:
-Materials Needed
-Nibs
-Pens
-Ink
-Paper
-Preparation
-Curves and Strokes
-Different Styles
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Rich compendium of capital letters selected from venerable British humor magazine. Astonishing wit, invention, draughtsmanship in letters drawn by Tenniel, Leech, Sambourne, Doyle, other Victorian masters. Historic calligraphy; topical, political, literary allusions; animals, plants, many other motifs. All copyright-free. Inexhaustible graphic inspiration.
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This book reveals the secrets of a mysterious and artistic trade.
Before the age of neon lights and digital screens, signs and billboards were painted by professional sign painters, and James Gardiner dives into the most intricate details of the art. The purpose of different fonts, the shape and size of letters, the layout of the sign, even the materials used to produce various colours and paint on different surfaces, it's all there, displayed...
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Learn how to master the medium-and how to go with the watercolor flow-to create one-of-a-kind lettered art and calligraphy that reflect your personal style.
In this stunning follow-up to her highly praised and influential first book, The Art of Brush Lettering, lettering expert and workshop instructor Kelly Klapstein (popular on Instagram as @kellycreates) shares her secrets for mastering the essential techniques for creating lovely modern lettering...
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Take a look around and you'll notice beautiful hand lettering is almost everywhere: from shop façades and menus to websites, product packaging, and birthday cards.
In Art Class: Hand Lettering, you'll learn how to master three popular lettering crafts:
• Modern calligraphy
• Brushwork scripts
• Blackboard letter art
Each section is presented by an expert artist, who introduces you to their own aspect of this craft and showcases a range...
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Chicago–based jewelry engraver J. M. Bergling (1866–1933) created thousands of letter styles, signets, monograms, and ciphers. A noted author on the subjects of lettering and heraldic design, Bergling created books that became standard references of his era. He assembled his first book, Art Monograms and Letters, with the hopes of inspiring other etchers, engravers, sign painters, and artisans. This volume contains selected illustrations from...
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There is no need for copper or plates to achieve the distinctive calligraphic script of eighteenth-century Europe: just a pen, ink, and this comprehensive workbook will do. Master calligrapher Dick Jackson explains the basic strokes for almost all letters of the copperplate alphabet. Simple instructions and examples introduce the swirls, flourishes, strikings, and thick and thin strokes that make copperplate calligraphy a source of pleasure for the...
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Relearn the beautiful art of cursive handwriting!
In this type, tap and swipe world, you have few opportunities to write in cursive. As a result, your skills diminish. Then, when the critical moment arises and you need to personally write something in your own hand, the results are not very impressive. In fact, they're embarrassingly bad. Written and designed specifically for an adult audience, this book's program for relearning cursive is guaranteed...
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Learn to draw the popular classic script with this easy-to-use, full-color, and very modern guide.
Pointed pen calligraphy doesn't have to be intimidating! This photo-packed guide breaks down every skill, step, and stroke into easy-to-learn techniques. It shows you how to build a solid foundation in drawing beautiful letters as well as ways to add flourishes and embellishments to your personal projects. Nothing is overlooked, including:
• Step-by-Step...
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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...
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Get inspired by 60 hand-lettered alphabets and the artists who draw them! This beautiful follow-up to “100 Days of Lettering” helps you master the techniques so you can use them in your own designs.
In his latest hand-lettering guide, designer and illustrator Jay Roeder has compiled a vibrant collection of alphabets that will have you racing for your pens, markers, and sketchbooks. He explains everything you need to know to create each set of...
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An absolute must-have guide for beginners, this is an interactive workbook designed to teach you how to create gorgeous lettering with any pen on any surface, no brush pen or calligraphy nib necessary! You'll learn how to draw letters, words, inspirational phrases, and bible verses in multiple alphabet styles by practicing outlining letters and thickening downstrokes. Perforated traceable phrases and backgrounds allow you to make your own art, pull...
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This practical guide is perfect for those looking to try this ancient art form for the first time!
In this book, Japanese master artist Shozo Koike reveals the simple secrets of Sumi-e, offering step-by-step instructions with clear photographs and online video tutorials showing you how to paint 18 traditional subjects.
Sumi-e is the meditative Japanese form of ink painting taught by Zen Buddhist monks to encourage mindfulness and an awareness of...
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If you've ever wanted to learn the techniques of hand lettering, Calligraphy gives practical advice and guidance on materials, tools, and proper methods. Containing four alphabets and 12 step-by-step projects, you'll be able to create stunning cards, calendars, letterheads, and wall hangings. Author and professional lettering artist Margaret Morgan will provide you with all the essential skills you need to enjoy and thrive in the beautiful art of...