Illumination Books

A step-by-step visual directory of decorative techniques and an inspirational gallery of finished works. Discover the time-honoured skills of the calligrapher and add beauty and style to greetings cards, correspondence, dinner-table placements, and certificates. An explanation of essential tools, equipment and basic penmanship allows even the novice to begin creating ornate works with ease. Clear step-by-step illustrations introduce each style of alphabet. Easy to follow instructions explain the techniques for illuminating letters, including burnishing, gilding and creating 3-dimensional effects. A gallery of inspirational works encourages experimentation.

Paperback, 222 x 222 mm; 160 pages

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Illuminated Letters - a treasury of decorative calligraphy is a wonderful book about illumination. Illumination - the creation of elaborate, decorated letters and initials - reached its apogee in the monasteries of medieval Europe.

This traditional art is now attracting new enthusiasts.

Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step instructions for recreating twelve illuminated alphabets, including Celtic, Saxon, Gothic, Romanesque and Modern Revival. Diagrams for upper- and lower-case letters are accompanied by ideas for borders and decorations, and full instructions for gilding.

Hardback, 145 x 195 mm ; 256 pages

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