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Italic and Copperplate Calligraphy by Eleanor Winters (2011, Trade Paperback)

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Italic and Copperplate Calligraphy by Eleanor Winters, Jr. Well-illustrated, step-by-step instructions by an expert calligrapher explain every detail of the two most popular calligraphic alphabets. Her three-part approach begins with a review of the basics, advancing to variations in letter size, form, weight, and flourishes.

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Product Identifiers

PublisherDover Publications, Incorporated

ISBN-100486477495

ISBN-139780486477497

eBay Product ID (ePID)92488048

Product Key Features

Book TitleItalic and Copperplate Calligraphy

Number of Pages240 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2011

TopicHandwriting, Techniques / Calligraphy, Techniques / Printmaking

IllustratorYes

GenreArt, Language Arts & Disciplines

AuthorEleanor Winters

Book SeriesLettering, Calligraphy, Typography Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight28.5 Oz

Item Length11 in

Item Width8.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal745.619

Table Of ContentAcknowledgments Introduction PART 1--THE BASICS CHAPTER 1 Italic and Copperplate / Italic or Copperplate Chapter 2 Tools & Materials, Light, Posture, Practice Chapter 3 A Review of the Basics: Information Common to Both Italic & Copperplate Chapter 4 A Review of the Basics: Italic Rules & Letterforms Chapter 5 A Review of the Basics: Copperplate Rules & Letterforms PART 2--CALLIGRAPHY CONTINUED: LETTER VARIATIONS Chapter 6 Variations in Size Chapter 7 Variations in Form: The Minuscules Chapter 8 Variations in Form: The Capitals Chapter 9 Variations in Weight & Proportions Chapter 10 Flourishing Chapter 11 Calligraphic Handwriting PART 3--DESIGN & PROJECTS Chapter 12 Texture Chapter 13 Color Chapter 14 Layout & Design--Your Own Choice of Text Chapter 15 Layout & Design--Commercial Calligraphy or Getting the Job Done Chapter 16 To Continue Appendix: Guide Lines Index

SynopsisThis guide for novices with some experience offers the chance to advance to the next level. Detailing two of the most popular styles of calligraphy, this text features well-illustrated, step-by-step instructions by an expert calligrapher, from the basics to tips on texture and color., This guide to the two most popular styles of calligraphy is filled with advice for those looking to advance to the next level. Well-illustrated, step-by-step instructions by an expert calligrapher explain every detail of mastering the italic and copperplate hands, from the basics to tips on texture, color, and commercial calligraphy., In recent years, calligraphy has evolved from an esoteric art form to an everyday pursuit for artists, students, and amateurs. This guide for novices with some experience offers the chance to advance to the next level. Well-illustrated, step-by-step instructions by an expert calligrapher explain every detail of the two most popular calligraphic alphabets. Author Eleanor Winters introduces the Italic hand, which originated during the Renaissance, and the Copperplate style, which dominated European calligraphy during the eighteenth century. Her three-part approach begins with a review of the basics, advancing to variations in letter size, form, weight, and flourishes. It concludes with a wealth of advice on layout and design as well as inspiration for original projects.

LC Classification NumberZ43