
Calligraphy
A Book of Contemporary Inspiration
Denise Lach(Author)
Thames & Hudson Ltd (Publisher)
Published on 23. September 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-0-500-29121-4 (ISBN)
Description
Calligraphy can be a very personal pathway to expore a multiplicity of design concepts. In this striking and original book, now available in paperback, images of the natural world are turned into a rich source of inspiration for a variety of calligraphy projects. Renowned calligrapher Denise Lach invites us to look closely at details and textures, expanding our powers of observation and finding creative ideas in the world around us. Using a range of writing tools and techniques, she takes a playful approach to written script, encouraging readers to look beyond legibility and use letterforms as building blocks, freely interpreting natural motifs to create beautiful calligraphic images. This is an invaluable sourcebook for both enthusiastic beginners and experienced calligraphers.
Reviews / Votes
'Playful experimental calligraphy ... urges readers to look beyond legibility and use letterforms as building blocks to interpret natural motifs' - Design WeekMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Illustrations
159 Illustrations, black and white; 100 Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 261 mm
Width: 238 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
880 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-500-29121-4 (9780500291214)
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Book
11/2009
Thames & Hudson Ltd
€44.70
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Person
Denise Lach teaches serigraphy and conceptual writing at the Basel School of Design, Switzerland, and has held teaching posts all over the world. Her works are shown internationally.
Content
Foreword * Introduction * Springs * Drawing Feathers * Cola Pens Pipes * Stamps * Tools * Further Tools and Techniques * Pens and Ink