Discover Calligraphy and Illumination pairs comprehensive art instruction with quality materials to provide a seamless creative experience for the aspiring fine artist. The 40-page project book introduces calligraphy with information about this elegant art, from the historic use of scribes to the many types of traditional pen nibs. Accomplished calligrapher Cari Ferraro guides artists through a variety of writing styles, including stately black letter hands, elegant italics, and more. The...
Discover Calligraphy and Illumination pairs dynamic art instruction with quality materials to provide a seamless creative experience for the aspiring fine artist. The beautiful project book guides artists stroke by stroke through a variety of writing styles, from the stately blackletter alphabet to an elegant italic hand. And it even features instruction on the art of letter illumination, a centuries-old practice with modern-day appeal. In addition, this set includes all the essential tools needed to embark on an exciting exploration of this elegant art form! Hardcover 13.75" x 9.75" x 2" case includes 40-page paperback book, 5 pen nibs, nib holder, pen nib reservoir, black ink, 2 round paintbrushes, 5 gouache paints, gold paint, ceramic mixing palette, hot-press watercolor paper, and art paper.