[PDF] Little Book Of Lettering eBook

Author : Emily Gregory
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,32 MB
Release : 2012-11-21
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781452112022

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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 : Cari Ferraro
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,5 MB
Release : 2018-03-06
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633224711

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In this new series from Walter Foster Publishing, artists and art hobbyists alike will delight in learning a variety of fun and interesting art topics in a portable format boasting a fresh, contemporary design. Filled with open practice pages, creative exercises, and art prompts, The Little Book of Lettering & Word Design encourages interactivity for immediate results, while also teaching beginners the fundamentals of the featured medium in an engaging and fun way. In The Little Book of Lettering & Word Design, aspiring artists will discover how to create a range of classic and contemporary calligraphy and hand-lettered fonts. Internationally acclaimed calligrapher John Stevens and other renowned hand-lettering artists lead the way with tips and techniques. Following an introduction to inks, nibs, pens, and papers, as well as an overview of basic techniques, readers will learn dozens of original alphabets and lettering designs ranging from funky and fun, to elegant and embellished. Tips for adding personal touches to letters and designing personalized alphabets are also included! With an alphabet and lettering design for every occasion and easy-to-follow instructions, this book is perfect for everyone who wants to create stunning handwriting and calligraphy.

Author : Sarah Ensign
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 37,77 MB
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 0744041473

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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 : 42,59 MB
Release : 2014-03-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1620335174

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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 : Ivan Castro
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,27 MB
Release : 2016-03
Category : Calligraphy
ISBN : 9780957664975

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Need to produce some flyers? Want to draw up a logo for a band? Need a T-shirt design? Don't want to use the same old computer fonts? Well, let graphic designer and typography teacher Ivan Castro show you The ABC of Custom Lettering. This practical and inspirational workbook features easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for hand drawing a range of letterforms, from Modern Roman and Gothic through to Latin, Script and Interlocked.

Author : Molly Suber Thorpe
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 45,41 MB
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Art
ISBN : 1250271606

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Mastering Modern Calligraphy is a comprehensive guide to taking your pointed pen calligraphy skills to the next level and developing your very own modern style. Following up and building on Molly’s popular beginner's guide, Modern Calligraphy, Mastering Modern Calligraphy is the perfect companion for pointed pen and digital calligraphers alike. It is aimed at those with some calligraphy experience, presenting more than 2,700 letterforms and ligatures, targeted exercises, stroke drills, flourishes, and phrases, which emphasize experimentation and fun, rather than rigid uniformity. This beautiful, in-depth guide to modern calligraphy emphasizes experimentation and fun, rather than rigid uniformity. With targeted exercises and lessons aimed at pushing you out of your calligraphy comfort zone, Mastering Modern Calligraphy will not only help you master tricks of the trade, but develop your very own modern calligraphy style, too.

Author : Kim Gamble
Publisher : Unwin Hyman
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 14,74 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781863738644

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Introduces a variety of lettering styles, provides sample alphabets, and shows how to adopt different designs for different types of projects.

Author : Jenny Doh
Publisher : Union Square & Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,52 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Calligraphy
ISBN : 9781454704003

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Provides step-by-step instructions for lettering from top artists, including advice on the best tools, techniques and tips, and font samples.

Author : Lindsay Ostrom
Publisher : Cut It Up
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 21,36 MB
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Lettering
ISBN : 9781892726100

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This is the best book for beginners. If you want to learn how to letter this book is for you. It is simple enough for kids to use. It also shows you how to do a little doodling to add to your letters. It even includes a practice sheet that you can copy. Trace our letters until you become a pro. We show you how. We also include pen tips & suggestions.