An illustrated and interactive guide for anyone who loves hand-lettering and wants to practice or perfect their skills.
In an increasingly digital world, hand-lettering is more popular than ever. A way to personalize everything from book covers to T-shirts and restaurant menus, as well as a form of self-expression and cutting-edge design, writing by hand makes the written word immediate and intimate.
This creative guide serves as an inspiring primer and an interactive workbook, covering:
Typography basics, including history and trends
Fearless self-expression through playfulness
Embracing the creative process, including tips from top illustrators and the art of "sketchploration"
Inspiration for adding personal touches to any kind of handlettered text
Creative prompts encourage readers to invent their own serifs, make lettering from everyday objects, collage with found type, re-create a favorite book cover with hand-lettering, play with shading and perspective, and more.
Featuring a lively (and hand-lettered) design and engaging exercises, the book will appeal to designers and illustrators as well as doodlers, hobbyists, and anyone who enjoys putting real pen to real paper.
