Overview
Master calligrapher Maki Shimano shows you all the techniques and provides hundreds of colorful examples to inspire you. Creating your own calligraphy is very easy using Shimano's time-tested method of breaking down each letter into a small number of strokes. And she provides dozens of ideas for decorative motifs such as wreaths, balloons, birthday cakes—and so much more!
This easy step-by-step guide by an experienced calligraphy teacher allows you to develop your skills quickly.
- Start with the basic tools and techniques of hand lettering
- Learn to draw 8 elegant typefaces with just 2 or 3 simple strokes
- Create compositions with fancy flourishes, "bounce" and rhythm
- Design a planner, journal, place cards, greeting cards, gift tags, invitations, etc.
- And much more!
This book title, A Beginner's Guide to Modern Calligraphy & Brush Pen Lettering (Learn to Create Beautiful Hand Lettering for Invitations, Cards, Journals and More! (400 Step-by-Step Examples)), ISBN: 9780804857710, by Maki Shimano, published by Tuttle Publishing (June 18, 2024) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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