Calligraphy: A Course in Hand Lettering by Maryanne Grebenstein
This spiral-bound guide from Maryanne Grebenstein features essential advice on getting started with broad-edge calligraphy. From key concepts such as pen angle, pen scale, letter proportion, and letter slope to instructions for using tools like a T-square, lightbox, and centering ruler, readers will be introduced to five basic alphabets: Uncial, Carolingian, Gothic, and Foundational.
Calligraphy: A Course in Hand Lettering includes a full-color portfolio of calligraphy examples, 24 full-size worksheets to perfect your letter technique, and helpful tips on planning and creating your own layouts and designs. And the best part–-five detachable clear plastic guide sheets that you can use over and over again––one for each alphabet.
Spiralbound hardcover; 112 pages + 5 clear guidesheets; 9.25" x 11.25"
This spiral-bound guide from Maryanne Grebenstein features essential advice on getting started with broad-edge calligraphy. From key concepts such as pen angle, pen scale, letter proportion, and letter slope to instructions for using tools like a T-square, lightbox, and centering ruler, readers will be introduced to five basic alphabets: Uncial, Carolingian, Gothic, and Foundational.
Calligraphy: A Course in Hand Lettering includes a full-color portfolio of calligraphy examples, 24 full-size worksheets to perfect your letter technique, and helpful tips on planning and creating your own layouts and designs. And the best part–-five detachable clear plastic guide sheets that you can use over and over again––one for each alphabet.
Spiralbound hardcover; 112 pages + 5 clear guidesheets; 9.25" x 11.25"
Binding | Spiral |
Skill Level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |