A Beginner's Guide to Modern Calligraphy & Brush Pen Lettering - by Maki Shimano (Paperback)

About the Book

"Create beautiful hand-lettered journals, invitations, cards, menus and more with convenient brush pens! Master calligrapher Maki Shimano shows you all the techniques and provides hundreds of colourful examples to inspire you. Creating your own calligraphy is very easy using Shimano's time-tested method of breaking down each letter into a small number of strokes. And she provides dozens of ideas for decorative motifs such as wreaths, balloons, birthday cakes - and so much more! This easy step-by-step guide by an experienced calligraphy teacher allows you to develop your skills quickly. Start with the basic tools and techniques of hand lettering; Learn to draw 8 elegant typefaces with just 2 or 3 simple strokes; Create compositions with fancy flourishes, 'bounce' and rhythm; Design a planner, journal, place cards, greeting cards, gift tags, invitations, etc.; And much more!"--Publisher's description.

Book Synopsis

Create beautiful hand-lettered journals, invitations, cards, menus and more with convenient brush pens!

Master calligrapher Maki Shimano shows you all the techniques and provides hundreds of colorful examples to inspire you. Creating your own calligraphy is very easy using Shimano's time-tested method of breaking down each letter into a small number of strokes. And she provides dozens of ideas for decorative motifs such as wreaths, balloons, birthday cakes--and so much more!

This easy step-by-step guide by an experienced calligraphy teacher allows you to develop your skills quickly.

• Start with the basic tools and techniques of hand lettering
• Learn to draw 8 elegant typefaces with just 2 or 3 simple strokes
• Create compositions with fancy flourishes, "bounce" and rhythm
• Design a planner, journal, place cards, greeting cards, gift tags, invitations, etc.
• And much more!

Review Quotes

"One thing I love is it doesn't just teach the fonts but also has a section on how to flourish your letters...The book is a wonderful teacher full of tutorials and projects. It is easy to follow and perfect for beginners." --Crafty Moms Share, blog

"Both novice and experienced crafters of hand letters will find practical inspiration and guidance in this colorful, beautifully designed collection." --Library Journal

"...an ideal DIY introduction into the art and craft of calligraphy and the use of brush pen lettering." --Midwest Book Review

About the Author

Maki Shimano began learning calligraphy at an early age and has become the preeminent teacher and practitioner of modern calligraphy in Japan. She is an author, typographer and freelance artist who works in the bridal industry as a wedding planner. She creates traditional Japanese calligraphy as well as modern English calligraphy for a wide variety of clients and applications.