Calligraphy from Beginner to Expert

Usborne Complete Books

by Caroline Young

-- Step-by-step instructions explain basic techniques-- Helpful guidelines on correct equipment and materials

Genres: Reference, Art, Crafts

48 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 1990

About the author

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Caroline Young read English at Cambridge University and taught English in Greece and the UK before joining Usborne as a writer and editor. She has written books about a huge variety of subjects, for all ages, and believes it's one of the best jobs in the world. Caroline lives and works on Anglesey in North Wales.

Reviews

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book includes the history of calligraphy, how it is used in other countries, and how to actually write using calligraphic letters. I have always been fascinated by calligraphy, especially Japanese calligraphy. It reminds me of when writing was an art, not just a font on a computer.

[Jessica Murphy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great illustrations but could have done with some written instructions, particularly for beginners like me.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I borrowed this book as wanted to learn more for my pathfinder calligraphy class. I found this incredibly useful.

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book! It includes instructions and examples of calligraphy as well as a few other art techniques like stamping, embossing, and stenciling.