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Calligraphy For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback)) [Paperback]

Jim Bennett
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  • Paperback: 340 pages
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (25 May 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0470117710
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470117712
  • Product Dimensions: 27.4 x 20.8 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 12,541 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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You’ve always admired beautiful calligraphy, but you probably figured it was way too hard to master, right ?   Calligraphy is actually much easier than you ever dreamed. All you need is the right guide and you’ll be up to speed in no time!

Calligraphy For Dummies lets anyone discover the art and fun of lettering. With this hands–on guide, you’ll be able to develop your craft and test it out in no time. Starting with the italic alphabet, you’ll discover different types of strokes, how to angle your pen, and how to join letters. This easy–to–follow, step–by–step guide shows you:

  • All the tools you need to practice the craft
  • Where to get the proper ink and paper
  • How to master several alphabets
  • Different variations to change the look of letters
  • How to mix and match your alphabets
  • How to create a poster, sign, or certificate
  • Ways to design and letter a quotation
  • Common mistakes that can easily be avoided

Calligraphy For Dummies also provides tips on how to put your calligraphy skills to good use, with ideas for making money, adding flair to wedding invitations, and more! It also includes ten fun alphabets and practice pages to hone in on your talent, as well as examples of poorly formed letters to keep you on track. With a little practice, you’ll be creating stunning letters and experiencing the joys of writing calligraphy!

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From Italic to Roman to Uncial — create calligraphic alphabets with ease

For many people, calligraphy is something they admire from afar, but don′t believe they could ever do it themselves. Nothing could be further from the truth! Practice is the key to becoming a good calligrapher, and that ′s what this book is all about. Open it and you′ll find easy–to–follow, step–by–step instructions in all the basics, from choosing the right pens and paper and holding the pen properly to using calligraphy to create six beautiful alphabets. Plus, there are plenty of creative projects for putting your skills into action. With just a little practice every day, you′ll be well on your way to doing calligraphy with style!

  • The simple, sure–fire approach to learning calligraphy
  • How to use pen tips of various sizes and shapes

  • Ways to embellish and personalize your lettering

  • How to add a special touch to stationery, journals, diaries, correspondence, plaques, and more

  • Exercises for practicing your skills with confidence


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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Good place to start 27 May 2010
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I have read quite a few Dummies books and have always got what I needed from the text. This book is no exception as it has already assisted me with my calligraphy. That said, you always have to work hard at the exercises in the text of any dummies book to make progress as there are no real short cuts to mastering the topics. The information you need is presented in a clear manner and the exercises will get you up and running - oh sorry I mean writing - fairly quickly. I also bought my dip pens and ink from Amazon so you can get it all from one place!
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Dummy learning 18 Jun 2010
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This book is more like the type of book I had in mind when wanting to learn Calligraphy. It is very comprehansive and easy to understand and as the title suggests, ideal for beginners. I will find it very useful in my quest to write in a timne honoured way. A very good value for money book. Delivery was quick and efficient and the book in perfect condition.
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excellent book covers from beginners to those who want to improve there skills also love the work sheets easy to copy and use over and over again.
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