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Calligraphy, the art of elegant, beautiful lettering, has increased in popularity over the last several years. From brides who want to address their wedding invitations to do it yourselfers who want to prepare certificates or make a family tree, and even for art journalers and scrapbookers who like creative text in their works, calligraphy books and classes are hot. This book will spark the interest of the calligraphy novice by introducing a new approach to lettering, one that combines a lively combination of traditional lettering styles, fun and scripty modern styles, and artsy street style lettering, along with project ideas that incorporate creative lettering. The book demonstrates the uses of traditional and cutting edge lettering tools, from classic calligraphy pens to bling producing metallic foils and glue pens. It introduces a wide array of lettering styles with complete alphabets sample artworks that show an application. Fully stepped out illustrations break down each letterform, taking the reader through each stroke and a large collection of gallery images provides further inspiration for how to use creative lettering in artwork.
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Lisa Engelbrecht (Long Beach, CA) is a lettering artist and was an instructor of calligraphy at Cerritos College in Norwalk, California, where she instituted a Certificate in Calligraphy. She teaches workshops and classes around the country specializing in lettering on fabric and alternative surfaces, experimental lettering and the creative process.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I was wondering last week if there could possibly be a book on MODERN calligraphy - I had in mind free, energetic, scrawly scripts - words made into art. Came to amazon and searched on 'modern calligraphy' - was thrilled to find someone had indeed written a book about it! This book did not disappoint - it's exactly what I was hoping for - full of exciting alphabets, ideas, beautiful works of art and inspiration. Extensive information on traditional calligraphy and alphabets too - all written in a very friendly and encouraging way.
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7 Oct 2010
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This is a good book with good examples of the author's work. However, beware that it is the identical book that was originally published as "Modern Mark Making" by the same author. This is just the paperback version of a hardback. Amazon doesn't show this information in the product description. I have the original book and have enjoyed it. I am very disappointed in the deceptive marketing of this book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Inspiring Work!
19 Jun 2011
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Lisa Englebrecht is all out extravagant! Love her out of the box creativity and the colorful format this book is written in. I get her language and want to take this book and add my own creative application. So grateful for this contribution to the Calligraphic community.
A MUST-HAVE, BEAUTIFUL BOOK!!
16 Jun 2011
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I love the book so much that I take it with me wherever I go - to work, shopping, to a movie etc etc. and it stays right next to my bed!! It is the first thing I pick up in the morning and the last thing I put down at night. It contains tons of NEW information/samples on hand lettering and calligraphy. I've bought quite a few books on calligraphy in the past and this is the BEST! Most of the calligraphy books I bought end up on the shelf, I only go through them if I wanted some inspiration. But this book is different. I can't put it down and it inspires me to try out new techniques!! The samples on the book are so beautifully illustrated that I have the urge to pick up a pen and start practicing every time I look at them. The book still goes through the basic, traditional old school method BUT with a twist. The letters are funky, trendy and lively! Not just that, the book also covers quite a few DIY tools for the adventurous artists out there, using ordinary materials you already have at home, like yogurt containers, glue, foam brushes etc. It also talks about popular topics like collage & mixed media. A very good book for scrapbooking and journaling. The author, Lisa Engelbrecht is a very talented calligrapher. You will not only see a lot of her beautiful penmanship, but also various artists' beautiful artworks throughout the book.
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