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Overview
This short course builds on the skills already developed on the beginners calligraphy class and is aimed at those who already have a good understanding of basic calligraphy techniques and are looking to further develop their hand-lettering skills.
Minimum entry requirements
- You should have completed the Calligraphy course at the college.
If you have completed a course elsewhere, are self-taught and have an understanding of foundational and italic scripts, please use the 'Contact the Lecturer' link for further information regarding your suitability for this course
What you study
- Principles of calligraphic layout and design.
- Application of contrast and focal points.
- Italic, uncial and versal alphabets.
- Techniques to improve all your calligraphy projects.
How the course is taught
The course is taught through a series of practical tutor-led workshops. The tutor will enhance the learning process through one-to-one demonstrations and will share various tips, tricks, and techniques useful to anyone wishing to improve their calligraphy skills.
Visit http://calligraphicartservices.com for examples of the tutor’s work.
Materials
You will need to buy the following:-
- A calligraphy fountain pen with a selection of nibs, or a calligraphy fountain pen set. Manuscript pens and nibs are ideal.
- If you are left-handed you should purchase the same equipment but with ‘oblique’ left-handed nibs.