How to Draw and Write in Fountain Pen : A Modern Guide - Ayano Usamura

How to Draw and Write in Fountain Pen

A Modern Guide

By: Ayano Usamura

Paperback | 8 October 2019 | Edition Number 1

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Just in time for the fountain pen craze--a quick-start guide to drawing objects, letters, decorations, and more

For pro illustrator Ayano Usamura, nothing beats a fountain pen. The easy flow of the ink spurs creativity and adds character to every line--bringing even the simplest doodles to life. In this modern guide to all things pen-and-ink, aficionados and first-timers alike will find:
  • A dive-right-in introduction to choosing, filling, and cleaning your fountain pen.
  • Adorable step-by-step drawing instructions for everything from fried eggs to fedoras.
  • Eight modern, handwritten fonts to copy and customize.
  • Decorative borders and frames (perfect for scrapbooks and bullet journals).
  • And seven fun project ideas: wedding placards, labels, birthday cards, and more!
About the Author

Ayano Usamura is a Japanese illustrator. She began her career as a freelance illustrator at age 17, specializing in simple lifestyle drawing. Usamura's career took off when her illustrations using LAMY Safari pens were featured in the company's Japanese-language newsletter, LAMY Sketch. She runs a graphic design studio with her husband and works as an art director, advising clients on visuals for social media and promotional campaigns.

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