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Calligrapher's Bible 100 Complete Alphabets and How to Draw Them

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ISBN-10: 0764156152

ISBN-13: 9780764156151

Edition: 2003

Authors: David Harris

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Both hobbyists and students of design will value this easy-to-use self-teaching book. Each of its 100 sections shows a complete A-to-Z calligraphy alphabet, with lessons on correct pen strokes and advice on avoiding errors. Beginners will find sound basic instruction, while experienced calligraphers can extend their repertoire with letter styles that range from classic Roman to clean and elegant contemporary styles. In addition to analysis of each alphabets features, the books detailed instruction provides information on Tools and materials * Layout basics * Numerals and punctuation * Illumination and ornamentation * Tips for the left-handed calligrapher . . . and more. Readers will also…    
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Book details

List price: $28.99
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Incorporated
Publication date: 9/1/2003
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 256
Size: 6.63" wide x 7.95" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.430
Language: English

Introductionp. 6
Preparationp. 10
Tools and materialsp. 12
Preparing to writep. 20
Layout basicsp. 26
The Handsp. 32
The hands selectorp. 34
Romanp. 42
Post Romanp. 58
Insularp. 78
Gothicp. 86
Renaissancep. 134
Baroquep. 164
Modernp. 172
Illumination and Ornamentationp. 242
Decorating with goldp. 244
Glossaryp. 252
Indexp. 254
Creditsp. 256
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