The Encyclopedia of Calligraphy Techniques: A Comprehensive Visual Guide to Traditional and Contemporary Techniques

by Diana Hardy Wilson

Book Overview

"The design, reasonable price, and quality of calligraphy reproduced all combine to make this publication a worthwhile acquisition....The book is...jam-packed with color illustrations and informative... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806989114
• ISBN13: 9780806989112
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 9.0" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Diana Hardy Wilson ROCKS

I just love the information she puts in her calligraphy books. Very instructive.

Great at what it does

First, let me make it clear that I love this book! It is primarily a reference, with basic step-by-step directions and tons of photos for a wide variety of techniques and alphabets. Though the first section begins with "Basic Penmanship," I'm not sure I would not recommend it as a first book. However, I think it would make a great second book. It includes enough detail to allow you to develop a basic working knowledge of just about any of the techniques or alphabets, expanding your skills. Once you have identified a particular area of interest, I would recommend pursuing additional information. (This is not an in-depth work-just an overview!)The second section is a sort of gallery, with photos of a wide variety of professional work and a short discussion of the artist's intentions or process. The work depicted is often breath taking, and makes ME jealous! I have returned to this book time and time again for inspiration.

Excellent Reference

If you are a beginner or have some experience in calligraphy, I would recommend this book. Excellent overall reference.