Wanna learn calligraphy but know nothing about it? "Mastering Calligraphy: The Complete Guide to Hand Lettering" by Gaye Godfrey-Nicholls is basically an idiot's guide to learning the nuanced art form. The work is a comprehensive volume that shows step-by-step instructions made to help anyone master the technique. It also provides troubleshooting for those who already have some level of skill. What's nice about the book is that it provides over 700 different examples of calligraphy for your reference. You can see how the writing has appeared throughout the ages, giving you a tutorial as well as a lesson in history. Buy a copy of the work here.
Required Reading: "Mastering Calligraphy" by Gaye Godfrey-Nicholls
Become a pro of the art form.
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