The New Calligraphy: Inspiration and Instruction for 40 Hand-lettered Alphabets

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The New Calligraphy: Inspiration and Instruction for 40 Hand-lettered Alphabets
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Ruth Booth
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:224
Category/GenreTypography and lettering
Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts
Lettering and calligraphy
ISBN/Barcode 9781912217342
ClassificationsDewey:745.61
Audience
General
Illustrations Colourful images throughout

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Herbert Press Ltd
Publication Date 28 June 2018
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This is the ideal read for fans of hand lettering and calligraphy. Beginners can start right from the basics and follow step-by-step tutorials on letter formation, spacing, design, and embellishments before moving on to recreate 50 alphabets in a range of styles, from elegant scripts to modern geometric forms and charming, quirky letters. Use your skills to add a personal touch to everything from invitations to scrapbooks, doodles to wedding stationery and journals to posters. Accompanied by over 75 full colour illustrations, this book will be hours of fun and provide oodles of inspiration for hand-lettering beginners and experts alike.

Author Biography

Ruth Booth is a lettering artist and designer from Canada. She teaches calligraphy in addition to completing corporate and private commissions. She has designed lettering for everything from logos and trademarks to packaging, gift wrap, and ceramics, and her work has been exhibited in galleries across Canada.