| Italic and Copperplate Calligraphy: The Basics and Beyond Contributor(s): Winters, Eleanor (Author) |
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ISBN: 0486477495 ISBN-13: 9780486477497 Publisher: Dover Publications OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Art | Techniques - Calligraphy |
| Dewey: 745.6 |
| LCCN: 2011276549 |
| Series: Lettering, Calligraphy, Typography |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.3" W x 10.9" (1.45 lbs) 240 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In recent years, calligraphy has evolved from an esoteric art form to an everyday pursuit for artists, students, and amateurs. This guide for novices with some experience offers the chance to advance to the next level. Well-illustrated, step-by-step instructions by an expert calligrapher explain every detail of the two most popular calligraphic alphabets. Author Eleanor Winters introduces the Italic hand, which originated during the Renaissance, and the Copperplate style, which dominated European calligraphy during the eighteenth century. Her three-part approach begins with a review of the basics, advancing to variations in letter size, form, weight, and flourishes. It concludes with a wealth of advice on layout and design as well as inspiration for original projects. |