Copperplate Calligraphy

Fall in love with copperplate calligraphy and other pointed pen scripts while expanding your creative repertoire with this practical easy-to-follow guide. All you need to get started are pen, ink and suitable paper, and with practice you will soon be able to design and print your own invitations, business cards and much more. Each chapter contains one or more tutorials filled with useful tips on how to get as much out of the content as possible while having fun. Everything is explained in detail, so no previous knowledge is required. On the other hand, if you have some experience with calligraphy, the book will serve as a great resource for building on those skills. The author, one of the few calligraphers in Germany who specializes in classic pointed pen calligraphy, shares her insight about essential tools and materials as well as important dos and donts that help you master the methods and techniques being taught quickly and effectively. The book includes downloadable exercise sheets and grids that make it easy for you to put your newly learned skills into immediate practice.