Learning Calligraphy with Ina Saltz
Release date:2017
Duration:02 h 34 m
Author:Ina Saltz
Skill level:Beginner
Language:English
Exercise files:Not Provided
This course teaches you about calligraphy, which is the origin and foundation of all letterforms. It doesn’t matter if you’re an aspiring type designer or lettering artist, or simply someone who wants to write beautifully, because this course provides a starting point for learning any calligraphic style. Ina Saltz will guide you through the process of writing basic italic forms using a broad-edged pen. You’ll first learn about the necessary materials and how to prepare your writing surface. Then, you’ll progress from writing small letters to capital letters, numbers, and punctuation. Ina also covers topics such as writing with smaller nib sizes, adding flourishes, using color, and providing advice for left-handed individuals interested in calligraphy.
01.Welcome
02.Getting the most out of this course
03.Focusing on the essentials- mind and body coordination
03.The tools of the trade- paper, pens, ink
04.Preparing your practice sheets
05.The broad-edged pen and how it works- the ribbon effect
06.Creating the basic building blocks- a, n, o
07.Checkpoints- How did you do-
08.Related shapes- Alphabet families and necklaces
09.Letters with diagonal strokes
10.Special Letters- f, t, s, &
11.Letterspacing and wordspacing for minuscules
12.Preparing to write capitals
13.Creating capitals with straight, diagonal, and curved sides
14.Checkpoints- How did you do-
15.Combining capitals and small letters
16.Oldstyle and lining numbers
17.Punctuation
18.Writing with smaller nib sizes
19.Calligraphy layouts- Planning projects
20.Adding flourishes- When, where, and how
21.Using color
22.Using different materials and tools
24.Next steps
[Lynda] Learning Calligraphy with Ina Saltz_Subtitles.7z
Channel
