Perigee Books - Calligraphy Made Easy
Calligraphy Made Easy
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- 64-page step-by-step workbook for beginners
- 8.5 x 11 format provides practice space
- Authored by calligraphy expert Margaret Shephard
- Progressive lessons build foundational skills
- Paperback binding allows pages to lie flat
- Covers essential strokes and letterforms
Master elegant letterforms through guided exercises
You master basic strokes first, then combine them into letters once your hand understands the rhythm and pressure variations that create thick-and-thin contrast. Each exercise builds directly on the previous one, creating a logical progression from simple marks to complete alphabets.
The 8.5x11 format provides generous practice space directly on the pages, you work through exercises in the book itself rather than transferring instructions to separate paper. Shephard includes detailed stroke diagrams showing pen angle, direction, and sequence for each letterform. Her step-by-step approach breaks down intimidating scripts into manageable components, making traditional calligraphy accessible without oversimplifying the craft.
Sixty-four pages focus exclusively on getting beginners writing confidently. You'll understand why pen angle matters, how pressure creates variation, and which stroke sequences produce the most consistent results. The workbook format means you can return to specific exercises when you need to refine particular letters or troubleshoot common problems. Practical instruction that prioritizes doing over theory.
