A
practical guide to mastering the beautiful art of calligraphy. Two
expert calligraphers show how to get started, with definitions of
terms and suggestions for assembling materials, choosing a good
writing surface, lighting the work space, posture, placement of
the paper, setting up the page, and assembling the pen. After demonstrating
how to make the basic calligraphic strokes, they give specific instructions
for forming letters, numbers, and punctuation. Includes detailed
discussions of spacing and connecting letters; forming words and
sentences; drawing “swash” capitals; changing nibs; using color;
making corrections; and waterproofing. This book will help you discover
how to use the basic Italic hand to create elegant works of calligraphic
art.
112
pages. 8-1/2 x 11. Soft cover. $8.95. (2002) ISBN 0486418049
