Script Lettering for Artists

A basic guide to the construction of the script letter and its practical use, this book by a noted authority gives the beginner a thorough, straightforward course of instruction, with advice on virtually every facet of the art.Techniques of famous penmen and engravers such as Bickham, Tompkins, Cocker, and others are demonstrated as well as illustrations of script work in advertising and packaging. This complete course covers all the basics for students of the craft and commercial artists: tools, materials, various letter styles, and more. Unabridged corrected reprint of the revised (1955) edition, formerly titled The Script Letter.