Calligraphy Alphabets for Beginners: The Easy Way to Learn Lettering and Illumination Techniques

Calligraphy Alphabets for Beginners: The Easy Way to Learn Lettering and Illumination Techniques by Mary Noble

Learn the fine art of calligraphy with this manual! This book presents advice and instruction on a more basic level than found in most other calligraphy books, this book starts with fundamentals. It takes absolute beginners by the hand and walks them through 15 key alphabets. The author guides beginners stroke-by-stroke in the process of creating each elegant letter. Entry-level students of the art will quickly learn to create beautiful scripts that can be used for:

• Greeting Cards
• Scrapbooks
• Party Invitations and Favors
• Wedding Announcements
• Menus
• Place Cards

Every page of this easy-to-follow manual is filled with step-by-step diagrams and photos, each having a detailed instructive caption. After readers master an alphabet, they can refer to the author's suggestions for adding an embellishment or two that makes the script truly their own. The book's final section shows how to add color and sparkle to a text by employing illumination techniques that are quick to learn and fun to do. Hundreds of illustrations. This book is perfect for teaching children the fine art of calligraphy!

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 256
• Book Size: 5-3/4" x 7-5/8"
• Book Type: Hardcover with concealed spiral binding
• Recommended Ages: 9 and up
• ISBN 10: 0764161156
• ISBN 13: 9780764161155

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition. 

Why We Love It

This is an excellent book for beginners! There are many alphabet styles taught in this book. The illustrations are very helpful and the instructions are easy to follow.