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Calligraphy : Tools and Techniques for the Contemporary Practitioner, Hardback Book

Calligraphy : Tools and Techniques for the Contemporary Practitioner Hardback

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Calligraphy is a sophisticated and authoritative reference book that explores the art and craft of calligraphy.

Traditional methods are examined alongside contemporary styles and adaptations to offer a unique and inspirational insight into calligraphy for today's artisan.

Following an overview of materials and tools, the second section of the book examines each lettering `hand' and provides examples of the style in traditional use.

Next, step-by-step tutorials on lettering comprise numerals, punctuation and spacing.

Profiles on contemporary practitioners provide an insight into a range of working methods and on developing a distinctive style.

A gallery of inspirational examples shows the hand in use in a range of contemporary design projects.

The third section provides case studies and tutorials on illumination, decoration and composition.

Uniquely Calligraphy examines digital calligraphy and its efficacy as a design tool.

A final resources section details the practicalities of selling calligraphy products in today's market.

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