Classic Calligraphy for Beginners

Classic Calligraphy for Beginners introduces the fundamental techniques for mastering two classic calligraphic scripts, Copperplate and Spencerian, plus easy-to-follow exercises and fun, modern projects. Guided by instructions and illustrations by noted calligraphy artist and teacher Younghae Chung, you will get an overview of the required tools, supplies and terminology associated with calligraphy.  Try out your materials with warm ups and nib exercises and learn the essential principles or strokes to create the letters of the featured scripts.

Explore brush pens and non-flexible writing tools, add flourishes to your lettering, create on a larger scale or unusual surfaces. And the book reinforces core skills before applying the scripts to a variety of simple, modern projects on paper, wood, glass, fabric, and other surfaces, and get inspiring tips on how to add beautiful details that lend a modern touch. The book also includes sample guide sheets for Copperplate, Spencerian, and brush calligraphy

Product Features

• Brand: Penguin 
• Younghae Chung
• Format Paperback
• Pages 144
• Size 280 x 215mm
• Publisher Quarry Books
• ISBN 9781631599842