The Great Big Book of Amazing Creative Lettering

The Great Big Book of Amazing Creative Lettering

Author: Hinkler Books Pty Ltd

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 9781488912597

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

"Created in collaboration with professional hand-letteres, this instructional guide includes over seventy-five alphabets, exercises, and fun projects for beginners and experienced letterers alike!" -- Cover.


The Big Awesome Book of Hand & Chalk Lettering

The Big Awesome Book of Hand & Chalk Lettering

Author: Dina Rodriguez

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2017-07-11

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1465462724

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Get creative, express yourself, and add that personal touch with hand lettering! With illustrated step-by-step instructions, The Big Awesome Book of Hand & Chalk Lettering shows the complete beginner how to master the art of hand lettering. Learn best practices for the composition and design of phrases on the page, and practice flourishes to embellish your design. The Big Awesome Book of Hand & Chalk Lettering covers 15 lettering styles, both serifs and scripts—from Black Letter and "melting" to circus and Victorian. Also included are numerous borders, corners, banners, bursts, frames, and other accents. This instructional book includes chalk lettering, fun prompts for writing, and 15 craft and gift ideas. Put your personal touch on projects ranging from gift tags and chalk-lettered signs, to place cards and house number signs.


Creative Lettering

Creative Lettering

Author: Jenny Doh

Publisher: Union Square & Company

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781454704003

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Provides step-by-step instructions for lettering from top artists, including advice on the best tools, techniques and tips, and font samples.


Little Book of Lettering

Little Book of Lettering

Author: Emily Gregory

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2012-11-21

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781452112022

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Typography is always one of the designer's first considerations when it comes to making a statement, and in recent years the world of lettering and type has exploded in an unprecedented wave of creative discovery. Contemporary artists, typesetters, and designers of all kinds are exploring new horizons in illustrated and hand-drawn lettering, digitally rendered lettering, and 3D lettering. This collection—large in scope but petite in size—surveys the recent lettering renaissance, showcasing a diverse range of talent in gorgeous, eye-catching examples and profiling today's innovators. In a stunning little package that expertly combines a handmade feel with a modern aesthetic, this is the ultimate inspirational collection of contemporary lettering for design buffs and type enthusiasts alike.


The Big Book of 5,000 Fonts

The Big Book of 5,000 Fonts

Author: David E. Carter

Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 9780823004898

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

That’s where this valuable book comes in. It features over 5,000 different fonts - not only the standard ones like Bodoni, Cheltenham, and Century, but also the entire collections of the smaller font foundries that produce innovative, cutting-edge type de


The Kids' Book of Hand Lettering

The Kids' Book of Hand Lettering

Author: Nicole Miyuki Santo

Publisher: Running Press Kids

Published: 2018-10-02

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 0762465107

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Create Pretty and Inspirational Hand Lettering Projects for Your Family, Friends, and Yourself! Hand lettering is making a comeback, spurred by platforms like Instagram and Pinterest. And not just adults are getting into hand lettering and calligraphy. Kids, too, can find relaxation as well as enjoyment in using hand lettering to create handmade projects for themselves and their families. The Kids' Book of Hand Lettering will introduce young crafters to the joys of hand lettering through 20 fun and inspired DIY projects that are easy to create at home. Nicole Miyuki Santo will walk children through the basics of hand lettering, including different lettering styles and tools (markers, brush pens, and paint pens) before they begin their projects, which include room art, bookmarks, picture frames, tote bags, party balloons and more. With full-color instructional and inspired photos and pep talks throughout to help spark creative juices, The Kids' Book of Hand Lettering is sure to become a modern-day hand-lettering staple for crafty kids (and their parents too).


The Complete Book of Chalk Lettering

The Complete Book of Chalk Lettering

Author: Valerie McKeehan

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Published: 2015-09-22

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 0761186115

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Ubiquitous at boutiques and cafés, on Etsy and Pinterest, in stationery and home decor, the art of chalk lettering is hotter than ever. Valerie McKeehan, an Etsy standout whose work has been featured in magazines and websites from Good Housekeeping to RealSimple.com, teaches us everything we need to know to create gorgeous hand-drawn chalk designs. The book is also a practice space, with three foldout “chalkboards”—the inside cover and foldout back cover are lined with blackboard paper. In over 60 lessons, learn the ABCs of lettering (literally) and basic styles: serif, sans serif, and script. Next, how to lay out a design, combine various styles into one cohesive piece, add shadows and dimension. Master more advanced letter styles, from faceted to ribbon to “vintage circus.” Use banners, borders, flourishes. And finally, 12 projects to show off your newfound skills: including a Winter Wonderland Snow Globe; a smartphone-themed birthday card to text friends and family; a one-of-a-kind party invitation to create, photograph, and mail; and a bake sale sign guaranteed to put everyone who sees it in the mood for a cupcake!


The Art of Brush Lettering

The Art of Brush Lettering

Author: Kelly Klapstein

Publisher:

Published: 2017-11-28

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1631593552

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The Art of Brush Lettering offers a meditative approach to learning all the facets of lettering with brush pens.


Hand-Lettering for Everyone

Hand-Lettering for Everyone

Author: Cristina Vanko

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2015-10-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 0399173013

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

In an increasingly digital and impersonal world, hand-lettering is more popular than ever. A way to personalize everything from book covers to T-shirts and restaurant menus, as well as a form of self-expression and cutting-edge design, writing by hand makes the written word immediate and intimate. This beautiful and inviting book serves as an inspiring primer and an interactive workbook, covering: • Typography basics, including history and trends • Fearless self-expression through playfulness • Embracing the creative process, including tips from top illustrators and the art of “sketchploration” • Inspiration for adding personal touches to any kind of handlettered text Creative prompts encourage readers to create their own serifs, create lettering from found objects, make a type self-portrait, collage with found type, recreate a favorite book cover with hand-lettering, play with shading and perspective, and more. Featuring a lively (and hand-lettered) design and engaging exercises, the book will appeal to designers and illustrators as well as doodlers, hobbyists, and anyone who enjoys putting real pen to real paper. And check out Cristina's newest hand-lettered book, Adult-ish!