Mastering Brush Roman Capitals by John Stevens
Item #:
B4150
$39.95
This practical guide from John Stevens offers exercises refined over years of teaching, leading you from basic strokes to classic Trajan Capitals and beyond. Learn the differences between using a flat brush and a pen. Discover how to prepare, hold, and load your brush, and master brush dynamics, including changing angles and making curves.
Start with the bold, angular sans-serif "Neulandish" alphabet to build your brush skills and explore texture and rhythm. Progress to the smoother Block Letter capitals, enhancing your technique further. Dive deep into the majestic Trajan letterforms with 52 pages of detailed instruction, including full-page, actual-size exemplars that show each letter in multiple colors to highlight individual strokes.
Additional chapters guide you in forming words and creating projects, showcasing practice exercises, and a gallery of John Stevens' inspiring works. Perfect for beginners and seasoned calligraphers, Mastering Brush Roman Capitals is a must-have for any experienced calligrapher.
"The brush, a versatile tool that allows you to paint, draw, and write, has been a central part of my life for nearly 45 years. I began my journey with the brush as a sign painter apprentice and quickly found that I loved letterforms––creating with them and designing with them and making that my livelihood." ––John Stevens, Introduction.
Hardcover; 160 pages; 9" x 11.25"
This practical guide from John Stevens offers exercises refined over years of teaching, leading you from basic strokes to classic Trajan Capitals and beyond. Learn the differences between using a flat brush and a pen. Discover how to prepare, hold, and load your brush, and master brush dynamics, including changing angles and making curves.
Start with the bold, angular sans-serif "Neulandish" alphabet to build your brush skills and explore texture and rhythm. Progress to the smoother Block Letter capitals, enhancing your technique further. Dive deep into the majestic Trajan letterforms with 52 pages of detailed instruction, including full-page, actual-size exemplars that show each letter in multiple colors to highlight individual strokes.
Additional chapters guide you in forming words and creating projects, showcasing practice exercises, and a gallery of John Stevens' inspiring works. Perfect for beginners and seasoned calligraphers, Mastering Brush Roman Capitals is a must-have for any experienced calligrapher.
"The brush, a versatile tool that allows you to paint, draw, and write, has been a central part of my life for nearly 45 years. I began my journey with the brush as a sign painter apprentice and quickly found that I loved letterforms––creating with them and designing with them and making that my livelihood." ––John Stevens, Introduction.
Hardcover; 160 pages; 9" x 11.25"
| Binding | Spiral |
| Skill Level | Intermediate, Advanced |
