Modern Calligraphy Tools & Materials A Prototype Thesaurus
Jennifer Scott INFO 622 Content Representation September 6, 2017
Table of Contents
Table of Contents...... 2 Introduction...... 3 Scope Notes and Formatting...... 4 Hierarchical Display...... 6 Alphabetical Display...... 9 References & Resources...... 28
CALLIGRAPHY TOOLS & MATERIALS 2 Introduction
Calligraphy, derived from the Greek for “beautiful writing”, is an ancient and dichotomous art form. Its skillful execution requires both a thorough knowledge of the correct size, form, and proportions of various letterforms and the artistry and design savvy to render the letter forms in a harmonious and beautifully executed way. This balance of technical precision and design savvy make it an exciting and incredibly useful art form.