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by Eleanor Winters and Laurie E. Lico
An elegant, beautiful, rewarding art that anyone can master, calligraphy requires few tools and no artistic training. In this practical guide-the only book that teaches the basic Italic (also known as Chancery Cursive) hand in ten easy steps-two noted authors offer comprehensive, step-by-step instructions for beginning calligraphers. They begin with the basics: definitions of terms, assembling materials, choosing a good writing surface, lighting the work space, posture, placement of the paper, setting up the page, and assembling the pen. After demonstrating how to make the basic calligraphic strokes, they give specific instructions for forming letters, numbers, and punctuation. Readers will also find detailed discussions of spacing and connecting letters; forming words and sentences; drawing "swash" capitals; changing nibs; using color; making corrections; and waterproofing their work. The final chapter shows students ways to use their new skills for addressing envelopes, making invitations, creating personalized stationery, and writing out special passages or poems. The book is rounded out with a section of questions and answers and an appendix covering pens, inks, paper, light boxes, and other useful tools. By following the steps in this easy-to-follow manual, every reader will be able to use the basic Italic hand to create timeless works of calligraphy.
Unabridged republication of the work first published by Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1986. Introduction. Definition of Terms. Questions and Answers. Appendix. Suggested Further Reading. Numerous black-and-white illustrations. 112pp. 8 1/4" x 11, January 2002.
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