Calligraphy 101: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily through Step-by-Step Instruction

by Jeaneen Gauthier

Calligraphy is both an art and a skill. Unlike with many other crafts, a person cannot develop good calligraphy skills simply by picking up the pen and practicing. There are many details about how to load the pen, how to hold it at an exact angle to the paper, even how to form each letter of each alphabet style one stroke at a time. Without proper training, the crafter will soon give up and consider it too hard to learn. This book starts at the very beginning, teaching all the fine points about calligraphy with practice drills and easy projects to begin with. Then, new and more difficult skills are introduced gradually through more practice drills and projects. Like other books in the 101 series, the book is written for the absolute beginner with detailed instructions, tips, and quick references all aimed at helping the crafter achieve success.

Genres: Nonfiction

240 pages, Spiral-bound

First published August 1, 2010

Reviews

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A valuable resource for anyone studying calligraphy, whether as a beginner, or more experienced and wanting to expand your skills and/or business.

Jeaneen Gauthier is a professional freelance calligrapher with her own business. While she covers various calligraphy hands (ie. alphabets), she also goes over sizing and spacing, as well as color, and brushwork, and even gold and silver leaf. She also provides craft projects using the concepts you just learned.

This is the best calligraphy book I've found, and very informative. The explanations and projects aren't intimidating for the beginner, yet expansive enough for a professional. Whether you just want to make pretty handmade cards for family and friends, or you want to become a professional calligrapher (or already are), this is an excellent resource!

[Pixie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want to own this book!