The Joy of Lettering: A creative exploration of contemporary hand lettering, typography & illustrated typeface - Brossura

Kirkendall, Gabri Joy; Escalera, Jaclyn

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ISBN 10: 1633221369 ISBN 13: 9781633221369

Casa editrice: Walter Foster Publishing, 2016

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With more than 50 tips, techniques, and lessons for creating beautiful illuminated letters and sophisticated lettering projects, The Joy of Lettering takes hand lettering to a whole new level.

Gabri Joy Kirkendall (Creative Lettering & Beyond) and Jaclyn Escalera guide readers through a dynamic exploration of the craft, focusing on typography and illuminated letters and numbers using pencil, ink, and marker in a variety of styles and themes. From there, artists will learn how to create letters using a variety of alternative materials and media, such as watercolor, gouache, and wood. Easily customized DIY projects invite artists to finesse their skills as they learn to letter on different types of surfaces while creating lettered murals, stationery, and signage. Packed with creative techniques and easy-to-follow lessons, this all-inclusive resource is a must-have for anyone who wants to learn or grow their expertise in the art of hand lettering.

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Informazioni sugli autori

Artist, author, and illustrator Gabri Joy Kirkendall specializes in hand lettering, watercolor, and pen and ink. She is a co-author of Creative Painting & Beyond, The Joy of Lettering, and the bestselling title Creative Lettering and Beyond, which has been featured by Pioneer Woman, Creative Market, Brit + Co, Oh My! Handmade, Life Your Way, Letter Shoppe, and The Letter Belle, among others. Gabri is the artist and owner of Gabri Joy Studios, a successful online business based in the Pacific Northwest that specializes in fine art prints, invitations, branding, wedding stationery, and custom lettering.

Creative professional Jaclyn Escalera has worked in corporate design, non-profit design, and small-business branding. Today she runs a freelance design business and plays with all things creative, from painting and photography to lettering and DIY projects. Learn more at www.jaecreativecompany.com.

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...typography & illustrated typeface.
With more than 50 tips, techniques, and lessons for creating beautiful illuminated letters and sophisticated lettering projects, The Joy of Lettering takes hand lettering to a whole new level.
Gabri Joy Kirkendall (Creative Lettering & Beyond) and Jaclyn Escalera guide readers through a dynamic exploration of the craft, focusing on typography and illuminated letters and numbers using pencil, ink, and marker in a variety of styles and themes. From there, artists will learn how to create letters using a variety of alternative materials and media, such as watercolor, gouache, and wood. Easily customized DIY projects invite artists to finesse their skills as they learn to letter on different types of surfaces while creating lettered murals, stationery, and signage. Packed with creative techniques and easy-to-follow lessons, this all-inclusive resource is a must-have for anyone who wants to learn or grow their expertise in the art of hand lettering.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Walter Foster Publishing
• Data di pubblicazione: 2016
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1633221369
• ISBN 13: 9781633221369
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 144
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile