Calligraphy Alphabets for Beginners: The Easy Way to Learn Lettering and Illumination Techniques

by Mary Noble, Janet Mehigan

Presenting advice and instruction on a more basic level than found in most other calligraphy books, this brand-new title starts with fundamentals. It takes absolute beginners by the hand and walks them through 15 key alphabets. The author guides neophyte calligraphers stroke-by-stroke in the process of creating each elegant letter. Entry-level students of the art will quickly learn to create beautiful scripts for . . .

Genres: Art, Nonfiction

256 pages, Spiral-bound

First published September 1, 2008

Reviews

[Jaynie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good, detailed instructions. Got it from the library but may buy it if I don't already have something similar.

[Libby · Rating 5 out of 5]

I mostly skimmed, but this would be a great resource for someone who had never seen calligraphy before. They only talk about illumination for the last few pages, but it seems sufficient. This book has GREAT pictures and very detailed instructions. I also appreciate the spiral binding.