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
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;
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Every kid will want this fool-the-teacher notebook with oodles of doodle possibilities for when the brain needs a break. On the surface, it looks like an ordinary composition notebook. But inside, it has cartoons to imitate, unfinished doodles to complete, games to play, and more fun. And, since the teacher could come walking by at any moment, there are even actual class notes!
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Every kid (and many creative and crafty adults, too!) will want this fool-the-teacher notebook that offers oodles of doodle possibilities when boredom sets in or the brain needs a break. On the surface, it looks exactly like an innocuous composition book. But inside, it has cartoons to imitate, unfinished doodles to complete, and games to play. Plus, itand#39;s got the scoop on what really goes on in the teacherand#39;s lounge! Compete in a caption contest, design your own logo, make temporary tattoos, and even create secret codes. Of course, since the teacher might walk by at any moment, there are very convincing class notes to turn to.
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The teacher is droning, the students are moaning, and thereand#39;s only one thing for a bored kid to do: Grab this notebook and doodle! It looks like an ordinary composition book, but inside itand#39;s hiding oodles of doodles to complete, amusing multiple-choice questions, and comic caricatures. Class notes in the middle of the book help you hide the fun if teacher comes by!
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The teacher is droning, the students are moaning, and every minute feels like an hour. Thereand#39;s only one thing for a kid drowning in dullness to do: Grab this entertaining notebook and get doodling! Itand#39;s an absolute lifesaver that looks like an ordinary composition book, but is pure subversive fun, with oodles of doodles to complete, amusing multiple-choice questions to answer, and comic caricatures lampooning the andldquo;Bored of Education.andrdquo; And if the teacher should come around to peek at whatand#39;s going on? Easyandmdash;just turn to the fake class notes in the middle of the book and no one will be the wiser!
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About the Author
Jenny Doh is the former Editor-in-Chief of
Somerset Studio magazine and the President and Founder of crescendoh.com. Jenny serves regularly as keynote speaker across the nation to deliver messages related to creative passion, authentic leadership, effective communication, and focused compassion. 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.