Doorposts

by Timothy R. Botts

A beautiful, inspiring work blending innovative calligraphy with the expressive language of The Living Bible . Combining his artistic talent with the majesty of Scripture, world-renowned calligrapher Timothy R. Botts has created 60 full-color pieces.

Genres: Art

62 pages, Hardcover

First published July 29, 1996

About the author

Timothy Botts is an American artist, calligrapher, and educator best known for transforming biblical passages into expressive works of visual art. Raised in Pennsylvania, he discovered his artistic talent at an early age with encouragement from a dedicated teacher who nurtured his abilities throughout his school years. His fascination with lettering began in childhood and deepened while studying graphic design at Carnegie Mellon University, where he was introduced to calligraphy. After graduating, he married and spent three years in Japan teaching conversational English, an experience that also exposed him to Japanese brush writing. Over the years, Botts developed a distinctive visual language that blends color, varied lettering styles, historical scripts, and contemporary influences. His scripture-based murals have appeared in churches, schools, and hospitals, while his artwork has also been widely published in books and other media. An experienced teacher, he has taught calligraphy courses, led workshops across the United States, and presented at international calligraphy events.

Reviews

[Melody Schwarting]

I don't actually have this book in front of me, but I was thinking about it today. I recall poring over it for hours as a kid. This book and Michael Card's music I credit with my early fascination with biblical imagination and biblical art. I may try to swipe my parents' copy next time I'm at their house...somehow all the books in the family wind up with me, anyway.

[Rick]

More of an art book to peruse than a literary book to read. But the calligraphy is absolutely wonderful!