Author: Peggy Dean
Started: April 28, 2018
Finished: April 28, 2018
Pages: 155
Genre: Handwriting
First Sentence: I like to think of modern brush lettering as a new age twist on ornate calligraphy mixed with whimsical hand lettering.
Summary: [From BN] The Ultimate Brush Lettering Guide has something for everyone - from beginners that have never used a brush pen, to seasoned letterers looking for new stylistic, expressive options and ideas. Each lesson builds on itself, unlocking endless opportunities inside the playful art of brush lettering.This book covers it all, from the ever-so-important basics, through a journey of faux calligraphy, a comprehensive brush pen guide along with how they're used, pages of different alphabet styles, unique flourishes and ligatures, to creative step-by-step DIY projects. Dive in and discover your unique style.
Thoughts: I am trying to get into brush lettering. This book is everywhere if you start to look at handwriting, calligraphy, and brush lettering. So, given the abundance of people referring to it, I gave it a go. It's not a bad book, but it's not as awesome as I was expecting. Most of the text is brush lettering which can be difficult to decipher at times. I would have preferred typed text for most of it. The techniques, however, all look great. Dean's advice, once you break through the writing, is easy to follow. She also includes different types of fonts and styles, projects to try, tips for writing and business, and useful tools.
Rating: 6/10 [Good]
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