Calligraphy / by Jim Bennett, BFA, MFA.
"A fun introduction to the art of calligraphy--plus how-tos and practice exercises Calligraphy For Dummies, 2nd Edition is an approachable place to start for anyone interested in lettering with flair. This book provides helpful tips and tricks for learning this expressive artform, including choosing your pen and paper, taking care of your materials, understanding foundational concepts, and putting your own spin on classic alphabet styles. Once you've gotten the basics down, this book also helps spark interesting project ideas, including ways you can elevate letters, invitations, posters, and beyond. With plenty of practice opportunities and guidance, this easy-to-use resource will have you dotting your i's and crossing your t's--the fancy way. Inside: Learn classic calligraphy lettering and techniques, as well as digital calligraphy Discover the world of ink, pens, and paper, and choose the best materials for your project Add your own artistic touch to alphabet styles Add beautiful lettering to your other art and craft projects Pick up an exciting new hobby or brush up, with Calligraphy For Dummies, 2nd Edition." -- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 1394368992
- ISBN: 9781394368990
- Physical Description: xiv, 301 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
- Edition: 2nd edition.
- Publisher: Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2026]
- Copyright: ©2026
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Includes index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Introduction -- Part 1: Getting started with calligraphy. You can do calligraphy! ; Assembling your calligrapher's toolbox ; Putting pen to paper: modern tools for a timeless art -- Part 2: Taking a beginner's path to calligraphic artistry. Getting aquainted with EZScript ; Lettering EZScript with a calligraphy pen ; Refining your calligraphy ; Creating expressive quotations: elevating your skills -- Part 3: Exploring the traditional alphabets. Classical Roman letters: the pillars of written language ; Uncial: the Irish charm of Celtic glyphs ; Manuscript: the elegant hand of the scribes ; Blackletter: the majesty of medieval script ; Italic: the renaissance of elegance ; Copperplate: the art of flourished perfection ; Versals: elegantly outlined and decorated letters -- Part 4: Expanding your repertoirs beyond the basics. Adding variations, borders, flourishes, and other embelishments ; Broadening your artistic horizons: saignitures, quotations, and more ; Crafting elegant certificates ; Designing eye-catching posters or signs ; Crafting calligraphic computer fonts -- Part 5: The part of tens. Ten ways to use your calligraphy for weddings ; Ten fun alphabets ; Ten tips for turning your calligraphy into income -- Index.
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- 9 of 10 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Marion Library | 745.61 BEN (Text) | 37810460007783 | Adult New Nonfiction | Reshelving | - |
