Classic Calligraphy for Beginners: Essential Step-by-Step Techniques for Copperplate and Spencerian Scripts - 25+ Simple, Modern Projects for Pointed Nib, Pen, and Brush

Chung, Younghae

ISBN 10: 1631599844 / ISBN 13: 9781631599842

Published by Quarry Books, 2022

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[Author], [Publisher]. Author: Younghae ChungFormat: Paperback / softbackNumber of Pages: 144Classic Calligraphy for Beginners introduces the fundamental tools, supplies, and step-by-step techniques for learning and mastering two classic calligraphic scripts, Copperplate and Spencerian. Written and illustrated by noted calligraphy artist and teacher Younghae Chung, you will: - Get a detailed yet concise overview of tools, supplies, and terminology. - Try out your materials with basic mark-making exercises and warm-ups. - Explore the essential letterforms of the featured hands, then apply each to a variety of simple projects on paper, glass, and other surfaces that reinforce important skills. - Find instructive and inspiring tips on how the elements of the featured classic hands can be interpreted into sophisticated modern styles. Discover the timeless beauty of calligraphy with Classic Calligraphy for Beginners.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Classic Calligraphy for Beginners: Essential Step-by-Step Techniques for Copperplate and Spencerian Scripts - 25+ Simple, Modern Projects for Pointed Nib, Pen, and Brush
• Publisher: Quarry Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1631599844
• ISBN 13: 9781631599842
• Binding: Paperback
• Book Type: Paperback

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Synopsis

Classic Calligraphy for Beginners introduces the fundamental techniques for mastering two classic calligraphic scripts, Copperplate and Spencerian, plus easy-to-follow exercises and fun, modern projects.

Guided by instructions and illustrations by noted calligraphy artist and teacher Younghae Chung, you will:

• Get a detailed yet concise overview of tools, supplies, and terminology
• Try out your materials with basic warm-ups and nib exercises
• Learn the essential principles or strokes and create the lowercase and uppercase letters of the featured scripts
• Take your letters to the next level and add flourishes with confidence
• Explore brush pens and non-flexible writing tools to emulate the look of calligraphy on large-scale and unusual surfaces
• Reinforce core skills by applying the scripts to a variety of simple, modern projects on paper, wood, glass, fabric, and other surfaces, and get inspiring tips on how to add beautiful details that lend a modern touch
• Find sample guide sheets for Copperplate, Spencerian, and brush calligraphy

Discover the timeless beauty of calligraphy with Classic Calligraphy for Beginners.

About the Author

Younghae Chung is a classically trained calligrapher, teacher, and creative entrepreneur. After working in a New York City advertising agency and nonprofit organization, she decided to pursue her passion for the arts and teaching and launched Logos Calligraphy & Design. Younghae’s mission is to keep penmanship alive by sharing her joy and love of writing, creating, and offering resources to help others learn a timeless craft. She has taught thousands of students, both in-person and online, connecting with and cultivating a diverse community of students from more than 35 countries worldwide. Find out more about Younghae’s work and classes on her website LogosCalligraphy.com and on Instagram (@logos_calligraphy), Facebook (@logoscalligraphy), and YouTube (Logos Calligraphy). She is based in southern California.