The Art & Craft of Hand Lettering: Techniques, Projects, Inspiration

by Annie Cicale

A beautiful introduction to a popular art.

Thanks to the guidance of an experienced calligraphy teacher, anyone can add a touch of elegance to invitations, handwritten poems, and a variety of surfaces. Annie Cicale provides a complete, easy-to-follow course in the art of beautiful writing and an attractive resource filled with breathtaking images. She’ll guide your pen as you master broad pen alphabets, including classic uncial, Roman and italic caps, as well as playful invented styles with added variations. Copy a historical letter technique, and understand the basics of layout, design, texture, and color. Seventeen projects include a traditional certificate with decorative contrasts and flourishes; journals and scrapbooks; and even a colorful silk-screened pillow.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction, Crafts

192 pages, Paperback

First published May 28, 2004

Reviews

[Casey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like how this book is focused on general hand lettering and not just "calligraphy," which is what most other books focus on.

This book is put together much like attending a class on hand lettering - that's good because I feel like I'm learning more, and its very well organized, but its bad for someone who just wants to pick up the book and practice letters right away.

I do wish there were some more examples of different hand lettering alphabets (or fonts), but overall this book is very instructive.

[Judith · Rating 3 out of 5]

I looked at this book visually. It's a book to be studied. I just don't have the time. Or, I should say I don't make the time.
The Calligrapher's Bible is the book I like. It's a small spiral book perfect for my needs.

[Cloud d'Italia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This an excellent book for those interested in hand lettering/calligraphy. Very easy to follow and the practices are very helpful

[Glorianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

really clear book, the best part is the diagram of all the letters in several different fonts.