Sunday, November 17, 2013

Effects Of Calligraphy Designs In Writing

By Katrina Wheeler


Calligraphy designs, originally refers to lettering that is done in single strokes, using a calligraphic writing instrument, such as a modem, brush or pen-traditional. Calligraphic lettering refers to typographic art that is formed by drawing the letter forms in outline. However, lettering and calligraphy may be used to mean the same thing, especially where lettering is done in calligraphic style, and is flowing.

Several other western styles use similar tools and practices, but differ by stylistic preferences and character set. Modern designing techniques range from functional arts to fine-art products which may or may not be legible. A skilled and experienced calligrapher can always practice both non-classical hand lettering and classical calligraphic art, although the two differ greatly.

Calligraphic products flourishes in wedding and event invitations, original-hand lettered logos, fonts and topography, religious art, memorial documents, announcements, graphic design and original calligraphic arts, and cut stone inscriptions. It is also used for moving images and props for film and television, birth and death certificates, testimonials, maps, and any other work that may require colorful writing. Some of the finest applications of this work are letters patents and charters issued by officers of state and monarchs in various countries.

A round-nibbed pen or a flat-balled pen, and a brush are the principal tool required by any calligrapher. The pens used vary depending on the decorative to be done. Some require steel brushes while others require pens that have more than one nib. Ballpoint and felt-tip pens can also be used despite their works not employing angled lines. Less viscous ink that is mainly watery is used for printing.

The paper used for printing should have good consistency of porosity so as to produce cleaner lines. Vellum or parchment is normally used for printing purposes. A light box is also necessary in order for lines to pass through the paper whereas a knife is required for erasing the work. Light boxes and templates are also required in producing straight horizontal or vertical lines without any detraction on the work that may arise from pencil markings.

Western calligraphic designs use Latin scripts. Since the discovery of the Latin alphabet in the second century, it has made tremendous developments including Roman imperial capitals that were made of stone carvings. A new uncial script was later discovered that was used for copying several religious texts, including the Holy Bible.

The size, shape, hair type, and stretch of the ink brush, color, water density and density of the ink, as well as the water absorption rate of the paper and surface texture are main physical parameters that directly or indirectly influence the final result. The calligrapher also determines the final result by the quantity of water and ink he lets the brush take. The pressure he applies on the brush, angle of inclination of the brush, and direction he gives the brush, producing bolder or thinner strokes, and toothed or smooth borders.

Calligraphy designs give form to signs in a harmonious, skillful and an expensive manner. It ensures the thoughts are as important as the way they are presented. The beautiful impression created by these arts motivates many individuals to learn and develop the necessary skills that eventually help them develop their own styles.




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