House Industries Lettering Manual
2 HOURS AND 50 MINUTES
This course is for anyone with an interest in hand-lettering or who would like to work in children’s publishing.
4.7 / 622 Ratings
KEN BARBER
AUTHOR
Learn the history and techniques of hand lettering from a renowned design studio. This practical and visual guide features exercises, case studies, and typographic models for letter styles such as serif, sans serif, brush, and script.
Known throughout the world for its eclectic typeface collections and far-reaching creative exploits, from fonts and fashion to ceramics and space technology, House Industries has been a standard bearer for American graphic design for more than twenty-five years. The House Industries Lettering Manual is an accessible hands-on guide to drawing letters from Ken Barber, House’s head letterer and type design director.
Book DETAILS
- Publisher : Watson-Guptill (August 25, 2020)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 208 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1984859595
- ISBN-13 : 978-1984859594
- Item Weight : 1.84 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.55 x 0.65 x 11 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #92,014 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #27 in Typography (Books)
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- #91 in Video Game Art (Books)
- Customer Reviews: 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 615 ratings
Modeled after a series of sold-out lettering workshops that Ken has conducted around the world, this highly illustrated handbook outlines the history of lettering, various methods and techniques, common letter styles, and best practices for getting paid for your work. This handy how-to guide also provides lettering models to help sharpen your drawing skills and offer departure points for further experimentation. Designed by House Industries and including copious examples, exercises, and opportunities to practice what you’ve learned, plus photographs of works-in-progress and finished projects, this instructive and visually engaging book will help you master the dynamic art of lettering, whether you’re a budding artist or an experienced designer.
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TESTIMONIALS
Ken Barber is not only one of the premier lettering artists in the world, but a gifted teacher as well. This book is probably the single most helpful book I have ever read on the craft of hand lettering. It is full of very understandable instruction and helpful suggestions, and has activities for the reader. The book is also packed with amazing case studies and the process that went into the finished art work. Not just a book of pretty photos, this is the real deal for anyone wanting to learn what goes into professional hand lettering.
-bonny birdsong
KEN BARBER
AUTHOR
Ken Barber, a seasoned lettering artist with over 25 years of expertise, serves as the principal letterer and typeface design director at House Industries. His work graces global logos, wordmarks, and font libraries, earning a place in prestigious collections like the Smithsonian Institution and the Henry Ford Museum. Honored by design institutions worldwide, Ken also imparts his knowledge through teaching at esteemed institutions, currently at The Cooper Union. He co-authored books on design with Andy Cruz and Rich Roat and is set to release the House Industries Lettering Manual in spring 2020.
TESTIMONIALS
Ken Barber is not only one of the premier lettering artists in the world, but a gifted teacher as well. This book is probably the single most helpful book I have ever read on the craft of hand lettering. It is full of very understandable instruction and helpful suggestions, and has activities for the reader. The book is also packed with amazing case studies and the process that went into the finished art work. Not just a book of pretty photos, this is the real deal for anyone wanting to learn what goes into professional hand lettering.
-bonny birdsong
