Synopses & Reviews
Hand-lettering techniques are a popular and visually dynamic way to add textual elements to crafts, from journals to mixed-media art. Sixteen accomplished contributorsand#8212;including calligraphers, painters, collagists, card makers, fiber artists, and graphic designersand#8212;give their personal perspectives on lettering. They all offer their favorite tools, how they use them, their signature technique with step-by-step instructions and photos, and an alphabet sampler of their own font. Gorgeous gallery images of each contributor's work are also included.
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Contributors include:
Andy Aingerand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Francois Begnezand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Flora Changand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Barbara Closeand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Philippe Debongnieand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160; Karyn Dentenand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Aimee Dolichand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Lisa Engelbrechtand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Pam Garrisonand#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Stine Kaasaand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Rhianna Ledermanand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Martha Leverand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Linda Schneiderand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Jessica Swiftand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Madeline Tomkinsand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160; Lori Vilegenand#160;and#160;and#160;and#8226;and#160;and#160;
Review
and#8220;Hand lettering is everywhere and growing more and more in popularity. And Creative Lettering by Jenny Doh, a new release from Lark Crafts, is a great start if you are looking for lettering inspiration. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced illustrator who hasn't delved into lettering, you'll find this book full of good information and lots of visual stimulation.and#8221; and#8212;Crafty Modernand#160;and#8220;This book is a wonderful tool for crafters that also depend upon narrative to bring their works to life. Collagists, journalers, and mixed media artists will especially benefit from the knowledge that this book has to offer. Whether you are searching for a new way to add narrative to your craft work, or you are just starting out with hand lettering, Creative Lettering is a wonderful tool to use.and#8221; and#8212;All Free Holiday Craftsand#160;and#8220;Artistically creative yet full of solid technique.and#8221; and#8212;Craft Gossipand#160;
Synopsis
Washiand#8212;the colorful, patterned, and often translucent paper tape that comes on a rolland#8212;has become a huge hit with crafters of all kinds. Join the growing trend and get creative with this stunning collection of more than 50 projects. Jenny Doh, craft author extraordinaire, presents clever ideas for customizing everything from packages to home dand#233;cor items, and creating quick, charming gifts.
Synopsis
Using a simple doodle as a starting point, 18 artists take you on an inspirational, crafty journey! Filled with inventive prompts designed to fuel the imagination, these 75 exercises motivate crafters to pick up a pencil, brush, or marker, and explore their artistic voice. From quick and#8220;try itand#8221; ideas using shapes and patterns to doodled portraits and contour drawings, these step-by-step projects are wild creative fun. The featured artists include Cori Dantini, who provides a and#8220;Recipe for a Faceand#8221;; Flora Chang with innovative watercolor designs; and Teesha Moore who offers ideas for adding personality to doodled characters.and#160;
About the Author
Jenny Doh is the president and founder of crescendoh.com, an online creative community with traffic of over 733,000 views. A former Editor-in-Chief of Somerset magazine, she serves regularly as keynote speaker across the nation. For her leadership in publishing and the art and crafting community, Jenny was recognized by Folio as one of the magazine industry's top 40 leaders, influencers, and innovators. Jenny is the author of several books, including Hand in Hand and We Make Dolls (both Lark). She lives in Santa Ana, CA.