My Calligraphy Practice Book Etc. Volume 1

By Robert Rubyan

Discover the art of calligraphy through the eyes of Robert Rubyan in the first volume of My Calligraphy Practice Book etc. This series captures a lifetime of dedication to the craft, blending traditional techniques with modern artistic vision. In this inaugural volume, Rubyan takes you on a journey that began with his first visit to New York in 1965, where a handmade announcement poster at the Morgan Library ignited his passion for calligraphy. His dream of mastering the art became reality when he joined the Society of Scribes in 1974, where he learned from legendary artists like Alice Koeth, the calligrapher for the Morgan Library, and Arthur Baker, the typographer who rediscovered the technique of the Roman alphabet from the Trajan Inscription in Rome. With skills honed through years of practice and mentorship, Rubyan's calligraphy transcends mere writing, becoming a form of visual art that combines precise, repetitive marks with innovative digital techniques. Each piece is meticulously crafted, starting with handmade letters created using broad-nibbed pens, brushes, and other traditional tools. These are then digitized, refined, and transformed into intricate mosaics that serve as backgrounds for embedded quotes from literature and history. My Calligraphy Practice Book etc. Volume 1 offers an intimate look at Rubyan's practice notebooks, where his ideas take shape, as well as completed artworks that showcase his mastery of letterforms from 12 different alphabets. Whether you're a seasoned calligrapher or an admirer of the art, this book is a treasure trove of inspiration, combining the timeless beauty of handmade letters with the innovation of modern design.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DFTJCDGY
• ISBN13: 9798334157705
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.1" x 8.5"