The Calligrapher's Bible: 100 Complete Alphabets and How to Draw Them

Both hobbyists and students of design will value this easy-to-use self-teaching book. Each of its 100 sections shows a complete A-to-Z calligraphy alphabet, with lessons on correct pen strokes and advice on avoiding errors. Beginners will find sound basic instruction, while experienced calligraphers can extend their repertoire with letter styles that range from classic Roman to clean and elegant contemporary styles. In addition to analysis of each alphabet?s features, the book?s detailed instruction provides information on? Tools and materials * Layout basics * Numerals and punctuation * Illumination and ornamentation * Tips for the left-handed calligrapher . . . and more. Readers will also find examples by master calligraphers from past eras. This book?s spiral binding ensures that pages lay flat when opened, allowing calligraphers to study and copy each pen stroke with ease. The Calligrapher?s Bible is printed in color and features more than 350 illustrations. more

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-01-2009; Simply Perfect; Whether a beginner or seasoned pro, this book contains a wealth of beautifully illustrated reference material as well as instruction. It's like having your own mentor every step of the way. I would recommend this to anyone with any...; read full review | report as inappropriate

4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jul-29-2009; Great reference, but not so great for the beginner.; I like the book for it's many lettering types, but no so great for the novice or one who is just beginning. I've had some practice and I would not recommend this book to the beginner. I do not think it's simplistic enough to learn...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jul-12-2009; An Invaluable Calligraphy Guide-- for Beginners and Pros Alike!; This book is amazing! It has so many different (BEAUTIFUL, UNIQUE and DIVERSE)alphabets, I can always find the kind I need for whatever purpose. It also illustrates how to draw them in excellent, helpful pictures and instructions. If...; read full review | report as inappropriate

4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jun-18-2009; Great variety of styles but not all well lettered; I would give 5 stars for the great and unique variety of calligraphic hands, including the modern adaptations. The dissapointing part was the quality of lettering itself, some letters lack the perfection of form and grace you see in the...; read full review | report as inappropriate

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-01-2009; Simply Perfect; Whether a beginner or seasoned pro, this book contains a wealth of beautifully illustrated reference material as well as instruction. It's like having your own mentor every step of the way. I would recommend this to anyone with any...; read full review | report as inappropriate

3/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jan-06-2007; The art of caligra[hy; I need already to be a calligrapher in order to enjoy this 100 alphabets. Only two pages are dedicated to each of them. It is not enough if youa have not practiced previously the art of writing.; read full review | report as inappropriate