Ivan Castro is a graphic designer based in Barcelona, Spain, specialising in calligraphy, lettering and typography. His work spans advertising, editorial design, packaging, logos and gig posters, drawing on a strong interest in the history of popular culture. He teaches calligraphy and lettering and has led workshops and lectured at design festivals and conferences internationally. He is also the author of Lettering to the Max.
"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
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