The Hand Lettering Workbook: Step-by-Step Instructions, Practice Pages, and DIY Projects

by Amanda Kammarada

Overview

Learn the art of hand lettering this summer with this A to Z workbook.

If you're looking for a hand lettering book with step-by-step instructions and plenty of practice pages The Hand Lettering Workbook is just what you need. A perfect summer activity for kids or adults, the first three sections of the book teach you hand lettering, brush lettering, and faux calligraphy (drawing letters in a traditional calligraphic style, but without a calligraphy pen). The fourth section will help you explore more complex techniques that will really bring your hand lettering to life.

The Hand Lettering Workbook features:

Art supplies list and info—Learn the difference between monoline, brush, and water pens, different kinds of pencils and paper, and even erasers!

In-depth instructions—Study how to draw A to Z (upper and lowercase) in seven different styles/fonts. Practice pages with detailed markings are included to help you master each letter.

Advanced techniques—Learn how to connect letters and make words, add illustrations and other embellishments, and develop your own signature style. The book also has ideas for lettering crafts and projects.

You'll be hand lettering beautifully in no time with The Hand Lettering Workbook.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781646113866
Publisher:	Callisto Publishing
Publication date:	04/28/2020
Pages:	208
Sales rank:	1,056,811
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

AMANDA KAMMARADA is a hand lettering artist based in Tampa, Florida, as well as a wife and a mom of two. She’s the author of The Hand Lettering Workbook, a step-by-step guidebook to learn the art of hand lettering. Learn more at AmandaKammarada.com.

Table of Contents

Introduction ix

Before you Start 1

What Is Lettering? 2

Using Guidelines 5

Hand Lettering Styles 6

Writing Tools and Supplies 8

2 Hand Lettering 15

Tools 16

Sans Serif Alphabet Practice Pages 17

Serif Alphabet Practice Pages 30

Monoline Script Alphabet Practice Pages 44

3 Brush Lettering 55

Using the Brush Pen 56

Applying Pressure 58

Basic Strokes 59

Building Letters 68

Connecting Basic Strokes Practice Page 69

Brush Lettering Alphabet Styles Practice Pages 70

4 Faux Calligraphy 117

The Basics 118

Faux Calligraphy Script Practice Pages 120

5 Putting It All Together 137

Connecting Letters 138

Connecting Letters Practice Pages 139

Making Words 144

Making Words Practice Pages 145

Bounce Lettering 149

Bounce Lettering Practice Pages 151

Flourishing 158

Flourishing Practice Pages 161

Ligatures 165

Ligature Practice Page 166

Playing Around with Style 168

Embellishing Your Lettering: Adding Details 173

Embellishing Practice Page 177

Expressive Style 179

Expressive Style Practice Page 179

Embellishments and Illustrations 181

Combining Lettering Styles 183

Developing Your Own Style 184

DIY Projects 186

Resources 193

Index 195

Editorial Reviews

The Hand Lettering Workbook is the perfect book for someone who's looking to learn about the art of lettering! Amanda's work is full of so much cheer, and this book is no different. It's hard to work through the pages of the book without feeling happy and inspired. Amanda breaks everything down so it's approachable and fun. Instead of unwinding with a coloring book, grab this workbook and learn something new!” —Ilana Griffo, artist and author

“If you’re looking to get started with hand lettering, this book has you covered! You’ll learn about the different tools you need, styles of lettering, and how to start practicing right away. I love all of the different alphabet options included—and you can practice the letters in your book as you go. A must read!” —Brittany Luiz, author of Lettering with Purpose

“If you want to learn the art of hand lettering and modern calligraphy and aren’t sure where to start, you’re in good hands with Amanda! Her workbook is chock-full of step-by-step practice pages and colorful artistry, making it a comprehensive guide that's just as fun to flip through for inspirational eye candy as it is educational.” —Dawn Nicole Warnaar, editor of the Hand Lettering + Modern Calligraphy website ByDawnNicole.com

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