Calligraphy

A Book of Contemporary Inspiration

Denise Lach, Adrian Frutiger

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Thames & Hudson Ltd
23 September 2013

Lettering & calligraphy

The creative design potential of calligraphy is almost limitless. It can be a very personal pathway to explore an enormous array of sophisticated visual concepts. In this striking and original book, images from nature are transformed into a rich source of inspiration for calligraphic compositions: this is not a technical how-to-guide, but an incitement to reinterpret our surroundings in infinitely varied lettering.

Renowned calligrapher Denise Lach invites us to look closely at details and textures, expanding our powers of observation and finding 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 who wish to let their imaginations run free.

By: Denise Lach, Adrian Frutiger
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 235mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 1.020kg
ISBN: 9780500291214
ISBN 10: 0500291217
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 23 September 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword • Introduction • Springs • Drawing Feathers • Cola Pens Pipes • Stamps • Tools • Further Tools and Techniques • Pens and Ink

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.