New book Monday!
Modern Mark Making:
From Classical Calligraphy to Hip Hand-Lettering
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A complete volume offering lettering arts techniques as well as project ideas.
Calligraphy, the art of elegant, beautiful lettering, has increased in popularity over the last several years. From brides who want to address their wedding invitations to do-it-yourselfers who want to prepare certificates or make a family tree, and even for art journalers and scrapbookers who like creative text in their works, calligraphy books and classes are hot.
This book will spark the interest of the calligraphy novice by introducing a new approach to lettering, one that combines a lively combination of traditional lettering styles, fun and scripty modern styles, and artsy street-style lettering, along with project ideas that incorporate creative lettering.
Modern Mark Making demonstrates the uses of traditional and cutting edge lettering tools, from classic calligraphy pens to bling-producing metallic foils and glue pens. It introduces a wide array of lettering styles with complete alphabets sample artworks that show an application. Fully stepped-out illustrations breakdown each letterform, taking the reader through each stroke. A large collection of gallery images that provide further inspiration for how to use creative lettering in artwork.
Lisa Engelbrecht is a lettering artist and was an instructor of calligraphy at Cerritos College in Norwalk, California, where she instituted a Certificate in Calligraphy. She teaches workshops and classes around the country specializing in lettering on fabric and alternative surfaces, experimental lettering and the creative process.
It was so hard to pick what to share with you from Modern Mark Making.
But I decide to go with a great DIY project. I love when you learn how to make the tool that then you use to create art.
(Click on image to enlarge)
This was made for me by Lisa at CHA Winter 2008- to see her in action click here.
And since it's Monday , I have Crafty Blogger Links for you!
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About.com Cross Stitch
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Aileen's Musings
Visit Aileen's Musings to find out what Firecracker Martinis and Christmas have in common.
Crafty Princess Diaries
Tammy is "so" learning the ropes over at Etsy.com with her new jewelry making supplies shop. Is it too much of a hodge podge? How big of a learning curve are we talking about here?!
Layers Upon Layers
Cyndi has DVDs to giveaway from "Beads & Beyond" Magazine!
Stefanie Girard's Sweater Surgery
There are giant pom poms, a giant aluminum craft project, "Superfly", and a fun video from the Knitty Gritty peeps.
The Impatient Blogger
A link to three fabulous free projects on the Simply Beads website and some thoughts about inspiring creativity from a professional designer.
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