Anderson, Donald M. (Donald Morgan), 1930-2005

Donald Myers Anderson (1915- ) was a leader in the post-World War II revival of calligraphy in the U.S. and author of two influential books on design and calligraphy. As professor of art from 1946 to 1982, he trained many students in calligraphy for graphic and commercial art applications. He corresponded with many calligraphers of the post-War generation, including most notably Alfred J. Fairbank, Edward M. Catich, Lloyd Reynolds, and James Hayes. His most important private clients were various departments of the State of Wisconsin and the University of Wisconsin Press.

From the description of Papers, 1941-1993. (Newberry Library). WorldCat record id: 32841431