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A7. Gestural Writing -- Book List
B2830. Finding the Flow by Gina Jonas.$24.95
"Beautiful examples are found in a lot of books, but I would recommend the book of my teaching master Brody Neuenschwander: "doe dit tot mijn gedachtenis" (Jezuswoorden). I have also found the Scripsit (26.1) issue featuring the work of Julian Waters very instructive. And of course the little Character book by John Stevens. Finally, the black-and white issue (issue 19.2) of Letter Arts Review from a couple of years ago."
Jezuswoorden is not presently available in North America, but a book on the full range of Brody's work, Textasy (B2917, $90) was recently published and limited number of copies will be available at LMS. You may pre-order a copy.
At Cheerio this spring, Yves mentioned the work of Elmo van Singerland, a Dutch lettering artist. Scripsit 19.2 (B2878. $12.00) has four pages of his work, along with that of Hermann Kilian, Sherry Bringham, Jose Mendoza Y Almeida & Tony Forster.
The Scripsit 26.1 is sold out, but Scripsit 21.2 (B2881, $12) is still available with lettering by Julian, John Stevens, Ward Dunham and Michael Clark. Pens & Protocol (B3016, $28) has a section of Julian Waters' calligraphy.
B2362. The Character. $20.00.
John Steven's forthcoming book (B2982 -- John Stevens: Calligraphy, Design, Lettering Art) can be reserved at the pre-pub price of $29.95 until June 30, 2008 (the book is due to ship in the fall/winter of 2008.)
LR19-2. Letter Arts Review Issue 19-2: The Black and White Issue. $10.00
A7. Gestural Writing -- Supplies
NEED TO BRING: Mechanical pencil (with refills, HB lead at
0.5 mm); Speedball nibs C5, C4, and C3; Black non-waterproof
ink (Quink is a good choice); lots of inexpensive, smooth paper
(e.g., photocopier paper, A3 or 11"x17" that will allow sharp lines
without feathering); a few sheets of quality paper, not too big (e.g.,
BFK Rives); black pigment markers (0, 05, 0.1, and 0.2 mm—e.g.,
Pigma Micron); white correction fluid (for tiny retouchings, e.g., Dr.
Martin's Bleedproof White); scissors (or scalpel or X-acto with a
cutting mat).
OPTIONAL: Pointed brush; Pentel pointed brush;
watercolors and/or gouache; water pots, one with a dropper; ruling
pen; cola can pen.
MATERIALS FEE: $15 [includes a syllabus booklet
containing more than 40 pages of theory, exercise descriptions, and
a gallery of examples].
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B2917. Textasy: Work of Brody Neuenschwander
Textasy: The Work of Brody Neuenschwander
2006. 168pp. 9"x12.25". Hardcover.
Brody Neuenschwander uses his virtuosity to make complex works of art that cause the viewer to look, and read, and look again. He and/or his work has been featured at three of the international calligraphy conferences: Confluence, Experiment, and Legacies. His work is included in most all Letter Arts Review annual issues. This wonderful volume presents his calligraphic collages on paper and a pictorial overview of his letterscapes for cinema, theatre and architecture -- collaborative projects with filmmaker,
Peter Greenaway. Neunschwander’s writing is on layers of paper, naked skin and monumental walls. Superbly designed by Nej de Doncker, this lovely book is bound in cloth and printed on two types of paper -- one for the full color and the other for the text. Though printed and published in Belgium, the book is in English.
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B2982. John Stevens SCRIBE: Calligraphy, Design, Lettering Art
B2982. John Stevens SCRIBE: Calligraphy, Design, Lettering Art. Approx. 240pp. 8.5"x11". Hardcover $49.95
UPDATE, 10/11: I have now received around 240 pages from John Stevens and he is now working with his editor. The book was originally advertised as only 160 pages, but now will be over 200 pages - which is one reason the book is taking much longer than planned. There is still considerable work to be done before the book goes to the printer, so copies will not be printed before sometime in 2012.
Place your order now and save. Your card will not be charged until shortly before the book ships. Online orders: Your card will not be charged for the book when you hit submit. If you want to pay by check, reserve a copy by emailing info@johnnealbooks.
A profusely illustrated, full-color retrospective of John Stevens' work with letterforms. Includes calligraphy and lettering -- artworks, personal work, experimental work, commissioned work -- as well as graphic work and type design. His body of work spans paper to stone, books to walls, to type and the digital realm.
In the text, John presents his approach to a design or work and his thoughts on letterforms, and continues with a discussion on tools, teaching, design and writing in general. Using his body of work as example, he makes the case that barriers between fine arts and graphic arts are mostly irrelevant.
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LR19-2. Letter Arts Review: Vol.19, No.2
Letter Arts Review Volume 19 No. 2
Georgia Deaver: Her Brush & That Line
by Christine Colasurdo
Bartolomeo Sanvito: Part 2
by Paul Shaw
The Work of the Sofer
by Frances Siegel
Finding the Form of an Ancient Text
by Robert Bringhurst
Video Review: David Howells
Cover Artist: Thomas Ingmire
Look inside this issue (cover, table of contents, selected pages). This is a large file and may take some time to load. 19.2
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N09. Speedball C Calligraphy Nibs
American calligraphy nibs for Italic, Blackletter (Gothic, Old English), Uncial, Half Uncial, Foundational and many other hands or alphabets. C-0, C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, C-6. C-0 is largest, C-6 is smallest. Best in larger sizes. C-2, C-3, & C-4 are popular for beginners’ classes. They rust easily so let them dry thoroughly before storing them away. Speedball C Calligraphy Nibs.
For more information about Speedball C nibs, click here.
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I98. Higgins Non Waterproof India Drawing Ink
Higgins Non-waterproof India Drawing Ink
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P20-100. JNB 11x17 Practice Pad 100 Sheets
JNB Practice Pad
11"x17". Approximately 100 sheets.
Smooth surface white sheet. Guidelines will show through. Good for classes and practice (20 lb bond). (If you are taking the SF Academy of Arts or Ann Miller’s class, you need to order the P21 JNB Graph Pad, NOT this plain pad.)
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PS91. Rives BFK Paper
Rives BFK
100% Cotton. Neutral pH. 22"x30". 2 deckles. White. 250gsm.
This paper ships separately from books/supplies and requires extra shipping fees which WILL NOT be displayed during checkout. We will adjust your shipping costs before we charge your card .(click to read details)
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M17. Pigma Micron Black
The Pigma Micron is a fine-point drawing and illustration pen that utilizes the highest quality archival Pigma ink. Highly recommended and often on supply lists for workshops and classes.
For serious technical and artistic applications and for fun projects, these pens are available in six line-width sizes: 005 = 0.20mm, 01 = 0.25mm, 02 = 0.30mm, 03 = 0.35mm, 05 = 0.45mm, and 08 = 0.50mm,
The Pigma Micron is ideal for archival recording, illustration, graphic art, freehand manga drawings, and decorative fabric design*. All Micron pens have archival quality Pigma ink, are non-smearing when dry, waterproof and chemical proof, fade resistant, and don't bleed through most papers. Meets ACMI non-toxicity standards. (*Not recommended for fabrics that will be washed.)
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I38. Dr. Martin's Bleed Proof White Ink
Dr Martin’s Bleed Proof White
A dense, opaque, smooth-writing white for your dip pen. Thin with water to the proper consistency. Tint with watercolor or gouache for pastel letters. Recommended by John Stevens and Peter Thornton. 1oz.
Diane Von Arx uses a similar product, Pro-white (I62).
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FP57. Pentel Colorbrush
Pentel Color Brush
Much sought after. For brush lettering. Specify color: Light Green, Turquoise, Olive Green, Pale Orange, Steel Blue, Gray, Orange, Sepia, Purple, Black, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Brown, Orange, Pink, Sky Blue.
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