Loong Schin - Calligraphic Drawing A How - To Guide And Gallery Exploring The Art Of The Flourish - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: Calligraphic Drawing written and illustrated by artist Schin Loong is a step - by - step guide to the pictorial side of calligraphy. Learn how to make calligraphic flourishes then apply the technique to draw 15 different flourished animals. You'll also find instructions for embellishing letters and drawing ornamental cartouches. In the past masters of penmanship advertised their copperplate skills by shaping their calligraphy and flourishes into elaborate pictorial designs. Now the art of the flourish is back! With her fresh approach to this age - old art form Schin will take you confidently through each step from choosing your pen nib and ink to creating calligraphic animals that express your own imagination and artistry. The basic steps for the strokes are simple but as you learn each new pattern and stroke you'll watch your drawings develop into ever more complex and beautiful compositions. By following the step - by - step instructions you can create stunning drawings of a pigeon swan crane rooster jellyfish goldfish peacock parrot owl raccoon elephant puppy rabbit fox and zebra. Each exercise includes a photo of the animal followed by an illustration and written guidance for each numbered step. You'll find helpful tips and encouragement throughout. At the back a gallery showcase provides examples of Schin's own artwork to inspire you in your own flourishing pursuits. Whether you're a designer calligrapher doodler or just picked up a pen this guide to drawing with flourishes will enlighten and inspire.
Title: Calligraphic Drawing A How - To Guide And Gallery Exploring The Art Of The Flourish
Author(s): Loong Schin
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group Usa Inc
Barcode: 9781631593338
Pages: 128 Pages, Color Illustrations
Publication Date: 11/13/2018
Category: Lettering & Calligraphy