of Hand Lettering
Create elegant, beautiful writing for all occasions
I have been a calligraphy teacher for over 25 years, sharing what I know with anyone who wants to learn to write. Two years ago I began this project, working with Lark Books, one of the best craft publishers in America. The result, you'll see, is a beautiful book, well designed and clearly written, thanks to my art directors and editors.
This basic text covers many aspects of lettering and calligraphy. It begins with a presentation of a number of historical scripts, with a discussion of how to make them unique and personal. A chapter on drawn letters and one on design give you more infomation to help with the design process. There are sixteen projects which lead you step by step through the design and the use of a variety of tools.
The book includes many samples of my own work, but more importantly, it brings together the work of scribes from throughout the world to illustrate the concepts presented.
Whether your goal is to create stylish hand-lettered journal entries or one of a kind pieces of art, this book is an excellent starting point. Everything you need to know, from tools and materials to historical precedents, is here ready to guide you through this exciting process.
The book is 192 pages, 10 x 10 inches, published by Lark Books in 2004. It is available through your local bookseller, John Neal Bookseller, Paper and Ink Arts, or you can order it directly from me. The hard copy is now out of print, but I do have paperback versions here. I'll autograph it for you and ship it carefully for $17.95 plus $4.50 shipping and handling.
Contact me via e-mail: <alphaannie@att.net>
