The ABC of Custom Lettering

“If you are interested in calligraphy or lettering, this is the very first book I would recommend.” –How Joyful“An authoritative resource for designers, typographers, signwriters, illustrators, pinstripers, and other creative professionals looking to add a touch of typographic pizzazz to their work.” –Solid Smack“I don’t want to seem hyperbolic, but The ABC of Custom Lettering by Ivan Castro has changed my life.” –Olive & Reid“In this book, Ivan constantly appeals to his readers. He encourages them to challenge themselves and invites them to practice a lot. And, more importantly, gives them the keys to learn and enjoy.” –Larousse“Lettering to the max contains valuable information about typography, graphic design, drawing techniques – even music, rock’n’roll and tattoos.” –Yorokobu“The best thing about this book is not that the author is an exceptional designer; it’s that he is an amazing teacher.” –Font Commandant“The perfect guide for teaching yourself how to create those cool hand-drawn scripts.” –Wings Art“Traditional instruction methods with a modern twist.” –Grain Edit

Ivan Castro is a graphic designer based in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in calligraphy, lettering, and typography. His work involves everything from advertising to editorial, packaging, and logo design, from big companies to gig posters. Even though he claims to have no specific style, one could say that he has a strong respect for history and popular culture. He has been working in the field for 15 years, and teaching calligraphy and lettering for 10 years in the main design schools of Barcelona. He travels, giving workshops and lectures at design festivals and conferences. His clients included Bau Design College of Barcelona, Born Losers, Congreso Internacional de Tipografia, Iconographic Magazine, Korero Press, Lee Productions, Little Victor, Los Tiki Phantoms, and El Toro Records. Ken Barber works for House Industries in Yorklyn, Delaware, a prolific type foundry. He also conducts lettering workshops at Maryland Institute, College of Art.