Calligraphic Drawing: A How-To Guide And Gallery Exploring The Art Of The Flourish

Calligraphic Drawing, written and illustrated by artist Schin Loong, is a step-by-step guide to the pictorial side of calligraphy. Learn how to make calligraphic flourishes, then apply the technique to draw 15 different?flourished animals. You'll also find instructions for embellishing letters and drawing ornamental cartouches. In the past, masters of penmanship?dvertised their copperplate skills by shaping their calligraphy and flourishes into elaborate pictorial designs. Now the art of the flourish is back! With her fresh approach to this age-old art form, Schin will take you confidently through each step, fromchoosing your pen, nib, and ink, tocreating calligraphic animals that express your own imagination and artistry. The basic steps for the strokes are simple, but as you learn each new pattern and stroke, you'll watch your drawings develop into ever more complex and beautiful compositions. By following thestep-by-step instructions, you can?reate stunning drawings of a pigeon, swan, crane, rooster, jellyfish, goldfish, peacock, parrot, owl, raccoon, elephant, puppy, rabbit, fox, and zebra. Each exercise includes a photo of the animal, followed by an illustration and written guidance?or each numbered step. You'll findhelpful tips and encouragement throughout. At the back, agallery showcase provides examples of Schin's own artwork to inspire you in your own flourishing pursuits. Whether you're a designer, calligrapher, doodler, or just picked up a pen, this guide to drawing with flourishes will enlighten?nd inspire.About the AuthorSchin Loong is?he calligrapher and artist for Open Ink Stand Studio in Las Vegas, Nevada. She has?tudied with numerous master penmen, including Michael Sull and Rosemary Buczek, and received her Fine Arts degree from the?ingling College of Art & Design. Her work has been featured in?artha Stewart Weddings, BRIDES, Southern Weddings Magazine,?00 Layer Cake, Pen World Magazine, Dasherie, HBO's Game of Thrones Compendium?nd?hotoshop Creative. As a member of IAMPETH (The International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting) and The Fabulous Las Vegas Scribes, Schin has?aught and presented at the College of Southern Nevada, Twig & Fig, Berkeley and Sahara West Library, Las Vegas.?er recent clients include:?ouis Vuitton, Montblanc, Chlo??outure Design Awards, Casa Dragones, Remy Martin Louis XIII,?rt Institute of Chicago and?ohawk Fine Papers.