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Modern Calligraphy

A Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering the Art of Creativity
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Modern Calligraphy by Lucy Edmonds is a comprehensive step-by-step workbook that introduces complete beginners to the art of pointed pen and brush calligraphy. The book covers essential tools, materials, and techniques, offering practical guidance on developing a personalised modern calligraphy style. It also explores creative applications such as envelope addressing, event stationery, menus, and gift tags, encouraging readers to practise regularly and unlock their artistic potential.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for beginners interested in learning modern calligraphy, hobbyists seeking to develop creative lettering skills, and anyone looking to add personal artistic touches to stationery and gifts.

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A beautiful workbook that provides an introduction to modern calligraphy and creative ways to develop your own unique style of lettering

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Modern Calligraphy is a step-by-step workbook for those wanting to learn this super trendy form of lettering and unlock your creativity to boot.

Written by Lucy Edmonds, the founder of Quill London, the book will guide readers through the first steps of pointed pen calligraphy, encouraging you to spend an hour a week developing and practising a new skill.

Designed for complete beginners, the book offers tips, tricks, and techniques on the materials required and how to use them properly, how to approach the modern calligraphy letterforms, and most importantly, explores ways to develop your own modern calligraphy style.

You'll learn about inks and how to make your own, brush calligraphy, and what you can do with your new skillβ€”from envelope addressing and event stationery to beautiful dinner party menus and gift tags.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409172550

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 184.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 168

About the Author

Lucy Edmonds is the founder of Quill London and heads up its Modern Calligraphy studio. Quill London was the first to host Modern Calligraphy workshops in London, and has been at the forefront of the modern calligraphy trend, having seen thousands of students through its classes since 2012. Lucy's contemporary lettering style has been sought after by fashion, lifestyle brands and individuals alike, and she has worked on projects for M&S, Gucci, Ted Baker, Boden, Aesop and Radley to name a few.

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