{"product_id":"9781797215532","title":"How to Be a Rule-Breaking Letterer","description":"\u003cb\u003eBreak the rules, embrace imperfection, and express your unique self through lettering art!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This book is for anyone who's felt the pressure of perfection. As a schoolgirl in Vietnam and later in online lettering classes, Huyen Dinh was always told to perfect her penmanship. Instead, she started embracing her own imperfect style—with squiggly lines, cheeky messages, and pastel colors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this upbeat guidebook, Dinh walks you through the basic rules of lettering and then teaches you how to break them in clever and creative ways. She shares challenges and triumphs from her own artistic journey and offers inspiration as well as technical tips. You can use your new lettering skills to tell your personal story, support a cause you care about, or decorate your tote bags and sneakers! Fully illustrated in Dinh's signature pastel palette, this book is the perfect companion for any aspiring creative. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE BOOK: This fresh and fun guide includes: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffirmations for a positive mindset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLettering language 101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA step-by-step guide from brainstorming to finished art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspiration for telling your story through lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFun DIY projects with how-to instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eMAKES LETTERING FUN: No need to sweat over creating technically perfect calligraphy. Instead, let this guidebook infuse your creative projects with fun. Lettering is a chance to explore your personal style and share your passions with the world.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEMPOWERING MESSAGE: By sharing her own story, Dinh offers inspiration for anyone who dreams of a creative career, especially other young Asian American women. This is an approachable and inclusive handbook for pursuing your artistic goals.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRISING STAR: Huyen Dinh's refreshing honesty and irresistible illustration style have resonated with thousands of fans online. Her lettering art has graced murals, sweatshirts, magazine covers, and more. With this book, she welcomes anyone to join her in creating perfectly imperfect lettering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetterers, artists, and illustrators looking for a fun and practical resource\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents of all ages looking for a creative outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasual creatives and hobbyists who love hand lettering, drawing with letters, and font, alphabet, and script design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFashionistas who want to add personal flair to their accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngaged couples doing hand-lettered DIY wedding invites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinterest addicts and bullet journaling enthusiasts seeking new letter design ideas and inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Huyen Dinh","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback Trade paperback (US) \/ Chronicle Books \/ 2023-05-02","offer_id":43681885257983,"sku":"9781797215532","price":29.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/products\/BNCImageAPI_7c255609-04cf-454f-97d2-dd8816d4a116.jpg?v=1671081312","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9781797215532","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}