Instructs beginning calligraphers in the formation and spacing of letters used in Italic-style calligraphy, and suggests projects using this elegant hand, such as book plates, invitations and calendars.
A comprehensive guide to calligraphy that includes step-by-step pen strokes and common group structures, points of interest to ensure correct representation of the characters, and an extensive preparatory section on tools, materials, and basic techniques.
Explores the history, materials, tools, and techniques of calligraphy. Presents illustrated, step-by-step lessons for writing Roman, Gothic, Carolingian, and other scripts.
Provides illustrated instructions for writing over fifteen calligraphy styles, and includes information on the basic skills, tools, materials, and techniques of calligraphy.
An introduction to medieval calligraphy discusses the major styles of handwriting during the lifetimes of such historical figures as King Arthur, Charlemagne, and Robin Hood.
