- Paperback: 132 pages
- Publisher: David R. Godine Publisher Inc (1 Feb 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1567920284
- ISBN-13: 978-1567920284
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 18.6 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,636,150 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A detailed discussion of the dynamics of moving the tool is followed by an alphabet of strokes used to build and analyze flourishes. Also covers design principles, technique in different situations, and Italic and Gothic scripts. Abundant examples are provided. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Flourishes for everyone!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Calligraphic Flourishing: A New Approach to Ancient Art (Paperback)
This book looks at flourishing quite thoroughly and can be a bit daunting for beginners and even intermediate level calligraphers. Flourishing is looked at from its inception as squiggles or doddles and progress throughout history. Keen attention is paid to the way in which pen hold can influence not only flourishing but also calligraphy. A myriad of exercises help the reader to overcome problems of 'traditional hold' and loosen up the hand and prepare it for flourishing. Both square tool and pointed tool flourishing is looked at, quite rare as both pointed and flat tools are hardly looked at in the same texts. This contrast and comparison is extremely useful for both beginners and professionals alike. The section on cadels is beautifully put together. The layout, technique and formula of the cadel and cadel families are well thought out but are nonetheless, unfortunately scary. This should not dissuade one as all that is needed is perseverance and practise. Touching on fraktur flourishing and other square pen embellishments adds perspective to the text. The section on Off Hand Flourishing could have been a little more extensive but care was given in telling the reader to look to other very well explained sources in this field of flourishing. The essential thing about this book is to follow the exercises and practise. A welcomed addition to the shelf of every calligrapher, and some graphic artists. Paul Antonio is an heraldic artist and calligrapher
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful,
By A Customer
This review is from: Calligraphic Flourishing: A New Approach to Ancient Art (Paperback)
This book is beatifully done, and there are some fine examples. A bit complicated for the beginner but perfect for those enhancing to perfecticting tecnique and style. Heavy emphasis on the cadel families. A must for the library of any serious calligrapher.
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5.0 out of 5 stars (5 customer reviews) 16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
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Wonderful,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Calligraphic Flourishing: A New Approach to Ancient Art (Paperback)
This book is beatifully done, and there are some fine examples. A bit complicated for the beginner but perfect for those enhancing to perfecticting tecnique and style. Heavy emphasis on the cadel families. A must for the library of any serious calligrapher.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
a great addition,
By Janet Zimmerman "janet Zee" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Calligraphic Flourishing: A New Approach to Ancient Art (Paperback)
This book is a great addition to my collection of calligraphy books... and it is unlike any other... I will be a flourisher for sure if I can do all of this... the book is also of very good quality, heavy paper and sturdy binding.. a great value.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
great book will be reprinted later this year!,
By Phil Martin "Phill Martin" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Calligraphic Flourishing: A New Approach to Ancient Art (Paperback)
This is a great book if one wishes to learn cadels and I will let you all know I have contacted the author and the book is slated to be republished later this year so don't go spending 100-500 bucks for a new copy wait and pick it up cheap later this year.
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