Published by Running Press Book Publishers March 1997, 1997
ISBN 10: 0762400005 ISBN 13: 9780762400003
Seller: Hennessey + Ingalls, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: New. The traditional art of calligraphy is breaking new ground in its use of color for shading and backgrounds. This fully illustrated guide offers step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of stunning visual effects. Learn about washes, stippling, sponging, and gilding, as well as how to balance color and achieve harmony between lettering, background, and borders. A special feature of this series is the gallery section, which includes the artwork of noteworthy calligraphy artists to inspire you. The traditional art of calligraphy is breaking new ground in its use of color for shading and backgrounds. This fully illustrated guide offers step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of stunning visual effects. The reader learns about washes, stippling, sponging, and gilding, as well as how to balance color and achieve harmony between lettering, background and borders. Includes samples of the work of noteworthy calligraphy artists. 400 illustrations.