Lettering on Wood, Paper, and Leather

The ultimate guide for pyrographers, Lettering on Wood, Paper, and Leather is a must-have resource to learning various hand lettering techniques to apply on different surfaces. Opening with detailed overviews on safety, tools, basic pyrography techniques, pen tip styles and burning strokes, tonal values, and more, also included are sections on three main pyrography media surfaces: wood, leather, and artist paper. After learning how to work on each medium, this insightful guide then offers everything you need to know about hand lettering with heat! Templates for 10 fonts are provided, as well as a step-by-step practice project to build your skills and five additional lettering projects. A complete and comprehensive resource to learning and burning alphabets, renowned and award-winning artist Lora Irish takes you through how to prepare your chosen media to finish it with flair. Accomplish your hand lettering goals and make amazing personalized gifts, signage, and other items with Lettering on Wood, Paper, and Leather!