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4.0 out of 5 stars
Not that bad
The book has some nice illustrations. It covers some more modern practical uses and techniques of calligraphy. Some of the writing may not be great but the book makes up for it some special effect ideas and instructions for creating those effects.
Published on August 10, 2006 by Jacob Huskey
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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"calligraphy"
This is one of the books that display examples of "pseudo-calligraphy." The author's other professions or backgrounds in visual arts do not necessarily guarantee a sound knowledge of writing. I'm sorry to say that it tends to a book of bad influence. The book (almost a pamphlet in terms of depth) does not deal with the roman and Foundational hands so...
Published on February 21, 2000
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
"calligraphy",
By A Customer
This review is from: Calligraphy: Techniques & Uses (Artists Library) (Paperback)
This is one of the books that display examples of "pseudo-calligraphy." The author's other professions or backgrounds in visual arts do not necessarily guarantee a sound knowledge of writing. I'm sorry to say that it tends to a book of bad influence. The book (almost a pamphlet in terms of depth) does not deal with the roman and Foundational hands so essential to a decent knowledge of lettering. I would recommend a more prestigious or trusted publication (with English scribes, for example).
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not that bad,
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This review is from: Calligraphy: Techniques & Uses (Artists Library) (Paperback)
The book has some nice illustrations. It covers some more modern practical uses and techniques of calligraphy. Some of the writing may not be great but the book makes up for it some special effect ideas and instructions for creating those effects.
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Calligraphy: Techniques & Uses (Artists Library) by Eugene Metcalf (Paperback - Mar. 1991)
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