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Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
2022, 2008.
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The Pennsylvania Dutch are noted for the beautifully designed and hand-lettered documents known as fraktur. These include birth and marriage certificates, family trees, bookplates, awards, and house blessings. Leading fraktur artist Ruthanne Hartung adapts the craft to modern tastes and needs in this practical how-to book, with information on tools, step-by-step instructions, ideas for design, lettering and coloring techniques, and a variety of projects....
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Octopus Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2020.
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Packed with fresh ideas for calligraphy techniques, styles and subjects, this book is a visual feast of inspiration for all abilities, whether you're new to calligraphy or looking to reinvigorate your practice. Boost your creativity with the help of more than 80 artworks by contemporary, international calligraphers, each demonstrating an interesting or innovative approach. Techniques include hot foiling, laser cutting and brush calligraphy, as well...
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Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2009
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"Lively text and fun illustrations describe how to draw amazing letters"--Provided by publisher.
Cool projects and easy to use instructions show you how to draw all kinds of fancy letters. Encouraging instructions lead the way through each project while illustrated examples model drawing skills you can apply to all your drawing projects.
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Laurence King Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Description
This book introduces the fundamentals of sign painting, allowing readers to learn about the tools, materials and techniques needed to create painted signs. All the basics are covered, from choosing and using brushes, paints, mahl sticks, dippers and pencils, to how to prepare and finish surfaces, transfer designs, mix paint and work with the brush. A gallery section of original alphabets, created for the book by sign painters around the world, provides...
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Lark
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
"Creative Lettering was so popular that crafters wanted MORE." This follow-up features "15 entirely new contributors...a variety of big names and talented up-and-coming artists, who all provide tips on their favorite forms on hand lettering and tools, along with complete alphabets and how-to projects based on their signature styles. With everything from posters and cards to signs, collages, and journals, this eye-catching collection will inspire readers...
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North Light Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
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"Energize your spirit with the fun and colorful techniques inside Doodle Art and Lettering With Joanne Sharpe. Using her popular, playful style, Joanne is back with lessons, technqiues and ideas all devised to help you elevate the humble doodle. Not only will you learn how to doodle, you will learn how to incorporate these simple techniques into your art and lettering styles. Get ready to create inspiring art no matter what your skill level!"--
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Pub. Date
2017
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Are you a curious hand lettering beginner or long-time enthusiast looking to take your craft to the next level? Or are you a DIY guru or event planner wishing to breathe new life into a boring gift, event signage, or party décor? Extraordinary Hand Lettering opens your eyes to the endless possibilities in the world of creative lettering, showing you how to work with types of surfaces, such as wood, glass and acrylic, chalk, and even mirrors. First,...
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