Calligraphy category: 78 books
by Bob Godin, Kunii Takezaki
Language: English
Release Date: January 29, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: January 29, 2013
This step-by-step Japanese calligraphy book explains the systems of Japanese language and delves into details of written Japanese characters and techniques of kanji calligraphy.
The word calligraphy literally means "beautiful writing." It is an art form that can be found in most civilizations...
The Gift of Calligraphy
A Modern Approach to Hand Lettering with 25 Projects to Give and to Keep
Language: English
Release Date: September 25, 2018
An easy-to-follow guide to learning the art of calligraphy, with 25 gorgeously photographed projects that use calligraphy to make beautiful gifts and home décor.
Calligraphy and hand lettering have surged in popularity as people rediscover traditional handicrafts as a creative outlet and way...
Shodo
The Quiet Art of Japanese Zen Calligraphy, Learn the Wisdom of Zen Through Traditional Brush Painting
Language: English
Release Date: March 11, 2014
In this beautiful and extraordinary zen calligraphy book, Shozo Sato, an internationally recognized master of traditional Zen arts, teaches the art of Japanese calligraphy through the power and wisdom of Zen poetry.
Single-line Zen Buddhist koan aphorisms, or zengo, are one of the most common...
Learn Calligraphy
The Complete Book of Lettering and Design
Language: English
Release Date: August 21, 2013
In an age of myriad computer fonts and instant communication, your handwriting style is increasingly a very personal creation. In this book, Margaret Shepherd, America's premier calligrapher, shows you that calligraphy is not simply a craft you can learn, but an elegant art form that you can make...
by Jim Bennett
Language: English
Release Date: February 25, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: February 25, 2011
You’ve always admired beautiful calligraphy, but you probably figured it was way too hard to master, right ? Calligraphy is actually much easier than you ever dreamed. All you need is the right guide and you’ll be up to speed in no time!
Calligraphy For Dummies lets anyone discover the...
Copperplate Calligraphy
a pointed pen workbook
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2017
Learn or improve your pointed pen calligraphy with this easy-to-use workbook. This workbook is a great way to practice muscle memory of this script. Copperplate Calligraphy, a traditional pointed pen script developed in 16th century England, is what modern calligraphy is based on. This workbook...
Modern Calligraphy
Everything You Need to Know to Get Started in Script Calligraphy
Language: English
Release Date: January 16, 2017
Learn script calligraphy from an in-demand calligrapher and wedding invitation designer
Calligraphy is about creating something uniquely beautiful, whether to celebrate a special occasion like marriage or to use every day in the form of stationery. Author Molly Suber Thorpe, an award-winning...
Wedding Calligraphy
A Guide to Beautiful Hand Lettering
Language: English
Release Date: May 30, 2017
Add a Personal Touch to Your Special Day
Calligraphy is a visual art form that gives handwriting and lettering an ornate and elegant twist. In a day and age when technology and rigid type have run rampant, calligraphy has become an exceedingly popular way to add character, personality, and...
Sho Japanese Calligraphy
An In-Depth Introduction to the Art of Writing Characters
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 1989
Master calligrapher Christopher Earnshaw illuminates the techniques, history and philosophy of calligraphy with over 300 illustrations in Sho: Japanese Calligraphy. Calligraphy, along with poetry and painting, has been for centuries a discipline that all students of culture had to master. Brush writing...
Modern Calligraphy and Hand Lettering: A Mark-Making Workbook for Crafters, Cardmakers, and Journal Artists
A Mark-Making Workbook for Crafters, Cardmakers, and Journal Artists
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2010
Calligraphy, the art of elegant, beautiful lettering, has increased in popularity over the last several years. From brides who want to address their wedding invitations to do-it-yourselfers who want to prepare certificates or make a family tree, and even for art journalers and scrapbookers who like...
Learn World Calligraphy
Discover African, Arabic, Chinese, Ethiopic, Greek, Hebrew, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Russian, Thai, Tibetan Calligraphy, and Beyond
Language: English
Release Date: July 3, 2013
Learn World Calligraphy has something for everyone. Whether you want scholarly insight, artistic inspiration, classroom projects, or a theme for your next party, this comprehensive, unparalleled full-color book will guide you on a virtual trip around the globe. Covering nearly all of the world’s...
Simply Calligraphy
A Beginner's Guide to Elegant Lettering
Language: English
Release Date: April 19, 2016
Learning the simple and beautiful art of hand-lettered calligraphy is as easy as picking up pen and paper!
Italic is the calligraphy’s most popular alphabet, and this delightful manual introduces basic capital and small letters and numbers, plus all the creative flourishes you need to customize...
Tibetan Calligraphy
How to Write the Alphabet and More
Language: English
Release Date: November 21, 2011
In Tibetan Calligraphy, Sanje Elliott shows us how to capture the elegance and grace of Tibetan calligraphy without prior knowledge of either Tibetan language or calligraphy. This beautiful book includes many prayers, mantras, and seed syllables to copy and study. Perfect for practitioners, artists, and anyone interested in the Tibetan language.
Calligraphy Magic
How to Create Lettering, Knotwork, Coloring and More
Language: English
Release Date: May 6, 2011
Transform ordinary handwritten pieces into unique, artistic keepsakes, Calligraphy Magic makes the art of decorative lettering fun and achievable-even if you're a beginner.
Take it one simple pen-stroke at a time. Following Cari Buziak's clear visual instruction, you'll learn how to embellish...