Discover the time-honoured of the calligrapher and learn the basic penmanship skills needed to create ornate works with ease. Clear step-by-step illustrations introduce each hand, from traditional gothic scripts to modern flourished italics. Easy-to-follow instructions explain the tehniques for illuminating letters, inluding burnishing, gilding and creating 3-dimensional effects. A gallery of inspirational works encourages experimentation with different colours, designs and materials.