Everything a beginner calligrapher needs to know to get started with beautiful handwriting.
The art of calligraphy doesn’t teach you how to write words, but instead, how to draw them. With this book’s fun and playful approach, you will not only improve your handwriting skills, you’ll have an absolute blast while doing so! You’ll learn everything from A to Z, including how to make letterforms, mix inks and develop a unique lettering style.
Follow the clear and easy instructions with countless helpful tips. Before you know it, you’ll be creating beautiful projects, such as:
• Wonderful thank-you notes & properly addressed envelopes
• Flourished tags & cards for special occasions
• Unique signatures & autographs
• Personalized gifts & keepsakes
• Fun logos & monograms
Virginia Lucas Hart is a calligrapher, illustrator, and stationery designer based in Charlottesville, VA. She earned degrees in English and Studio Art from the University of Virginia, continued her education at Parsons School of Design and School of Visual Arts, and has received formal calligraphy training as a member of the International Association of Master Penman, Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting. She lived in New York City for twelve years, five of which she worked as a full-time artist, before returning to Charlottesville with her husband and daughter in 2019. She works with brands and events worldwide, creating and adorning bespoke stationery for discerning clients. Virginia is one of six international calligraphers for Bella Figura, who offers one of the largest collection of letterpress wedding invitations in the world. She also teaches modern calligraphy to both adults and children, celebrating the beauty and importance of her students’ individual styles. Her work has been featured by The Knot, in BRIDES and Flutter magazines, on NBC’s The Today Show, and in several online publications including Oh So Beautiful Paper and VOGUE’S Over the Moon. To learn more about Virginia and her work, please visit her website, virginialucashart.com.
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