The Bible of Illuminated Letters: A Treasury of Decorative Calligraphy (Quarto Book)
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| Rating | : | 4.42 (615 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0764158201 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-07-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
More ambitious students can also follow clear directions for gildingdecorating with gold leafas was originally done in medieval European monasteries. Readers and students of illumination who open this book will find: a history of illumination; required tools, techniques, and materials for illuminating; instruction in layout and design; and steps to follow in order to create 12 alphabet styles. It presents step-by-step instructions for recreating twelve illuminated alphabets. The ancient art of illuminating manuscripts is currently attracting many new enthusiasts among artists, art students, and lovers of calligraphy. Among them are Celtic, Saxon, Gothic, Romanesque, Modern Revival, and seven more, including several modern scripts. Detailed diagrams instruct on creating upper- and lower-case letters, as well as on ways for designing borders and decorations. More than 400 inspiring color illustrations in total.. This beautiful book also features a picture gallery of outstanding historical and contemporary illuminated letters, as well as a glossary and index. The Bible of Illuminated Letters is a volume they’ll all want to add to their collections
TJBUnique TJB429 I would have begin this review by saying that this book is not a step-by-step of how to draw every letter in different fonts. So if that is the kind of book you are looking for, turn the other way now and come back later. If you are looking to be inspired and learn appreciation for the art of letters while learning some different techniques of bringing letters to life, then this is the book for you.The product description is a little deceiving, "Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step ins. "Unique" according to TJBUnique TJB429 I would have begin this review by saying that this book is not a step-by-step of how to draw every letter in different fonts. So if that is the kind of book you are looking for, turn the other way now and come back later. If you are looking to be inspired and learn appreciation for the art of letters while learning some different techniques of bringing letters to life, then this is the book for you.The product description is a little deceiving, "Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step ins. 29. I would have begin this review by saying that this book is not a step-by-step of how to draw every letter in different fonts. So if that is the kind of book you are looking for, turn the other way now and come back later. If you are looking to be inspired and learn appreciation for the art of letters while learning some different techniques of bringing letters to life, then this is the book for you.The product description is a little deceiving, "Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step ins. 9 said Unique. I would have begin this review by saying that this book is not a step-by-step of how to draw every letter in different fonts. So if that is the kind of book you are looking for, turn the other way now and come back later. If you are looking to be inspired and learn appreciation for the art of letters while learning some different techniques of bringing letters to life, then this is the book for you.The product description is a little deceiving, "Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step ins. Bambi Robinson said Mostly Illuminated capitals plus discussion of materials. A lovely little book that covers six different types of medieval and Renaissance European illumination. The beginning of the book has a very helpful and extensive discussion of materials. There is a detailed and clear discussion of how to apply gold leaf, as well as powdered metallic gouache and paint. As the discussion centers on intermediate to advanced level materials, I would reccommend it for scribes who have mastered the basics of illumination and are seeking to improve their abilitie. An Excellent Guidebook to the Art of Illumination! Treborian Reld Over the years I have collected a number of books on illuminations and calligraphy and I find "The Bible of Illuminated Letters" to be an excellent guide, giving step by step instructions on the process of illuminating letters in half-a-dozen different styles! Not only are the tools and materials needed for this art listed, but far more information is provided: setting up a work area; differences in, preparation and use of writing surfaces - from modern paper to vellum; paints you can use -
She regularly accepts both public and private commissions and conducts calligraphy workshops.Rosemary Buczek is a Master Penman and served two terms as President of the International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting (IAMPETH) . Margaret Morgan is a professional calligrapher and an Associate of the Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society
Diagrams for upper- and lower-case letters are accompanied by ideas for borders and decorations, and full instructions for gilding. She is the author of two previously published books on calligraphy. . She regularly accepts both public and private commissions and conducts workshops for calligraphic societies. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Margaret Morgan is a professional calligrapher and an Associate of the Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society. From the Back Cover (back cover) Illumination—the creation of elaborate, decorated letters and initials—reached its apogee in the monasteries of medieval Europe. Although traditional formal calligraphy involving gilding, painting, and heraldry form an important part of her work, she increasingly enjoys the challenge of more experimental lettering. FOREWORD BY ROSEMARY BUCZEK Rosemary Buczek is a Master Penman and served two terms as President of the I