Calligraphy in Ten Easy Lessons

Calligraphy in Ten Easy Lesson: The Only Book That Teaches The Basic Italic Hand in 10 Easy Steps by Eleanor Winters and Laurie E. Lico

A Good Starting Place for Wannabe Calligraphers!

Absolute beginners can learn how to get started on the basic Italic hand (also known as Chancery Cursive) in this practical guide. Two experts define terms, suggest materials, and illustrate basic strokes. Detailed discussions cover spacing and connecting letters; forming words and sentences; drawing swash capitals; changing nibs; using color; making corrections; waterproofing; and a variety of applications--addressing envelopes, making invitations and stationery, and transcribing special texts. Numerous black and white illustrations.