Modern Calligraphy
Everything You Need to Know to Get Started in Script Calligraphy
Plus 20 DIY Projects for Weddings, Parties, Blogs, and More
This book breaks learning calligraphy into simple steps. With over 180 pages of instructions and 260 full-color photographs and illustrations, Modern Calligraphy will guide you through the process from the very beginning.
Starting with an overview of the supplies―from paper to ink to pens―you will learn how to form letters, words, and then phrases by following clear step-by-step instructions, and by practicing with the provided templates.
After mastering letter forms using a pointed dip pen and ink, take your new skills to the next level with intermediate techniques such as how to calligraph with gouache and digitize your calligraphy to make invitations and rubber stamps.
Available as an eBook with full-color images and instructions.
Learn tips for envelope addressing in dozens of calligraphy styles.
Master intermediate skills like writing with light ink on dark paper.
Learn how to your digitize your calligraphy to make stationery and rubber stamps.
Calligraph your wedding invitations and day-of items like place cards.
Released in Spanish and Chinese translations, and an edition for the U.K.
Praise for Modern Calligraphy
“Molly Suber Thorpe deconstructs her modern style script for those brand new to calligraphy. Complete with exemplars, supply descriptions, instructions, and projects, it is a great starting point for those wanting to develop their own style of pointed pen writing. Creative, fresh, and lovely, this is a book you won’t regret adding to your library!”
― Paper & Ink Arts
“My final verdict on Modern Calligraphy? I. Love. It. If you want to be inspired, you’ve got to buy this book. (It’s the best $25 you’ll spend on your calligraphy skills.)”
— Lindsay Bugbee, The Postman’s Knock
“Practical info for the working scribe, including strategies for large-batch projects and hints for left-handers.”
― John Neal, John Neal Bookseller
“I have been a calligrapher since 1985 and this is the best book I have in my vast collection. It is beside my drawing board, light box, ink and pens. It will not go on the shelf with the others!”
— Nancy D., Amazon reviewer
“The way it's put together inspired me to put pen to paper. Usually I am overwhelmed and intimidated but Molly makes this doable!”
— Lisa J., Amazon reviewer
