Hand-Lettering for Everyone

In an increasingly digital and impersonal 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. <p/> This beautiful and inviting book serves as an inspiring primer and an interactive workbook covering: <br> <p/> - Typography basics including history and trends<br> - Fearless self-expression through playfulness<br> - Embracing the creative process including tips from top illustrators and the art of sketchploration<br> - Inspiration for adding personal touches to any kind of handlettered text <p/> Creative prompts encourage readers to create their own serifs create lettering from found objects make a type self-portrait collage with found type recreate a favorite book cover with hand-lettering play with shading and perspective and more. <p/> 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. <p/>And check out Cristina's newest hand-lettered book <i>Adult-ish</i>!