Calligraphy Techniques: An essential beginner's guide to classic alphabets, with over 40 projects and 400 photographs and artworks

by Mary Noble

In this guide to calligraphy, Mary Noble shows exactly how the beginner should set about acquiring the necessary skills to become a proficient calligrapher.

160 pages, Hardcover

First published May 16, 2013

Reviews

[Patrick · Rating 2 out of 5]

"Calligraphy Techinques: An Essential Beginner's Guide" by Mary Noble just didn't quite appeal to me. I read and perused this book while hunting for an introductory text from which to start learning calligraphy. While a solid book, and one which had information similar to others I liked, I found the presentation not to my liking.

Some good features:
- Each chapter focuses on one hand/script, and the book covers all "major" scripts for beginners (Roman Capitals, Gothic, Foundational, Unicial, Italic)
- Shows with images and descriptions many improper errors and their causes.
- Includes several project ideas for each script presented.
- Many tips oriented for "crafter" objectives and mediums

[Andrew · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is less extensive than others, but as a beginner's guide, it provides the essentials for getting started with calligraphy. The subject is well presented, with many illustrations and photographs.