Hand-Lettering: An Interactive Guide to the Art of Drawing Letters

by Megan Wells

Hand-lettering has taken the creative world by storm. In this fun, accessible interactive book, popular illustrator and designer Megan Wells introduces the basics of drawing words. Learn five major hand-lettering styles, then transform your writing into art. Practice pages allow you space to master each letter in every style. Sections demonstrate how to embellish your letters; mix different styles for emphasis and flair; add decorative effects like shading; and combine text and illustration. Easy-to-follow tutorials and sections to trace, color, or complete make hand-lettering approachable for anyone. Project ideas demonstrate ways to brighten everyday items, create striking art, and add a meaningful touch to gifts through hand-lettering. Write beautifully!

Genres: Nonfiction, Art, Crafts, Art Design

160 pages, Hardcover

Published July 1, 2016

About the author

Megan Wells is an artist, author and instructor and the founder of her art studio, Makewells. Her whimsical illustrations and lettering have led to a devoted following of likeminded creatives. She's passionate for all things Jesus, making things, and teaching others how to express their creativity through art. See more of her work at www.makewells.com and follow along on Instagram - @makewells.

Reviews

[Rochelle Saldaña · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is fabulous for beginners. I have no hand lettering experience at all. After reading this book and practicing for the last month, I feel a lot more confident. There are 5 different letting styles to learn with both upper and lower case letters. Putting words together and extras are included as well. Megan even gives tips on how to complete projects. There are several projects she walks you through and a lot of practice pages. I now have some tools in my back pocket to make things in my life look prettier. I have found relaxation through this book as well. I love the simple approach and appropriate exercises. A beautiful book.

[Carolee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This lovely book teaches the art of hand lettering in an easy-to-follow and inspiring way. There are alphabets to copy, lessons in bite-sized chunks, practice pages, and suggested activities. Shading, coloring, and flourishing tips abound. The book wraps up with ideas for using the art, including envelopes and signs.

[Valerie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Disappointing. Very little how to.

Disappointed as there is very little instruction here for the beginner in learning how to do lettering. More of a lot of photos of the finished product and very little instruction. Disappointing. Wish I could get my money back.

[Alicia Zuto · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t picture anyone that is looking for a calligraphy book. Not giving this one. A five star review. It’s so beautiful. Megan Wells packs over 150 pages with techniques, examples, ideas, and free space to practice. What else could one want in a hand lettering book? it’s so pretty and colorful that I couldn’t resist the temptation to cut up and collage with a couple pages، despite my inner battle to leave it as is, like an unpicked 🌺 ;)

[missheliophilia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Instead of writing, the author suggests readers to hand draw the letters out. It’s a new idea to me as I am a brush-pen user. I tried with a couple letters to see how I liked this new idea. It took longer time but I realized I learnt more such as shadowing.

[Aldo Campos · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great way to start in lettering, with clear explanations and many examples.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a friendly, unintimidating book! It's just gorgeous to sit down and look through. I'm happy that the author explains that lettering is drawing, not writing. And she encourages tracing as practice. I'm so glad I bought this book and am already practicing.

[Andrea · Rating 3 out of 5]

The lettering choices were okay. I did like the various suggested mediums and project ideas that you can do with the lettering.

[Marylou · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book for learning hand lettering - one of my favorites.