Modern calligraphy All you need to know to get started with cursive calligraphy

Cursive calligraphy aims to create pieces of unique beauty, whether for special celebrations, such as a wedding, or for everyday use on a desk set. With this book, you can master this fresh, modern style of writing with expert guidance from a professional calligrapher. The author breaks the calligraphy process down into simple steps, so anyone can learn how to create their own wedding invitations, thank-you cards, gift tags and more.

After reviewing and getting to know the materials - from paper to inks to nibs - you'll learn how to form letters, words, and then sentences, following Molly Suber Thorpe's step-by-step instructions and with the help of her practice exercises. The twenty projects in the book will not only provide you with great cursive calligraphy pieces, but will also be a continuous source of inspiration for you to make your own, thanks to the fantastic ideas in the book.

Molly Suber Thorpe is the designer behind Plurabelle Calligraphy Studio. She has won numerous awards and is well known for her different styles of modern, fresh and unique handwriting, combined with original compositions and beautiful colour palettes. Molly's calligraphy has been featured in periodicals and trade publications such as Martha Stewart Weddings, Country Living, C. Magazine, The Guardian and I love Stationery, as well as hundreds of blogs and many, many weddings. He lives in Los Angeles and his work can be viewed by visiting www.plurabellecalligraphy.com.

Publisher: Drac