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Celtic Calligraphy

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Celtic Calligraphy Ref: 855327707


Author
Vivien Lunniss



Summary

This colourful, practical step-by-step guide shows how to create lettering, ornamentation, stylised designs and borders.
Taking her inspiration from the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels, Vivien Lunniss shows how to recreate the beauty of Celtic calligraphy. Using step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions, she demonstrates how to write the letters and how to apply rich, glowing ornamentation, knotwork and decoration. The basic principes, how to start, layout and decorated letters are all covered in detail and there are projects to help you develop your confidence and skills. This invaluable book offers a rich source of inspiration, with lettering, patterns and colours that will delight all beginners and more experienced calligraphers.
* A comprehensive step-by-step guide to creating beautiful decorated calligraphy * Author is a member of the Society of Scribes and Illuminators * Contains a good range of designs including motifs, decorated letters and interlaced patterns * An easy course for the beginner, with projects to help build up skills
Introduction Looking at historical manuscripts Basic principles Before you start How to begin Using a pen Practising sentences Layout Writing with gouache Decorated letters Knotwork Using simple decoration Modernising and variations Advanced project Gallery Bibliography Glossary Index

No of pages
48pp

Format
BC Paperback

Publisher
Search Press

ISBN
855327707

EAN
9780855327705

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