Graffiti-Inspired Lettering
A course by Snooze One , Lettering Artist
Explore the art of modern calligraphy and create an A3 poster with your own graffiti-inspired letters
Want to learn how to create graffiti-style lettering? Join Nick, better known as Snooze One, a renowned creator of lettering art who, in combining calligraphy with graffiti, creates unique and modern work. He specializes in composing posters in a variety of styles and his typography designs appear on products from brands such as UNATICS, Combo Breaker, and Bad Apple Skateboards.
Give way to fantasy and design graffiti-style lettering pieces through an incredible art form that inspires in its messages as well as in its lines and shapes. Make a striking poster using modern calligraphy and apply an expressive graffiti style to the words you design.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 17 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (75)
- 3,134 students
- 15 lessons (2h 2m)
- 17 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: German
- German · Spanish · English · Portuguese · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Combine calligraphy with graffiti and create an A3 poster using the words of your choice.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in lettering, calligraphy, and graffiti. No previous skills are required.
Requirements and materials
To complete this course, you need DIN A3 size watercolor paper, colored and fine tip markers, pencils, an eraser, a rolling ruler (or a ruler with two parallel wheels), a light pad, empty syringes, water-based inks and paints (such as Ecoline), a Pentel brush with a water reservoir, gloves, and small jars for mixing the colors.
Reviews
Snooze One
A course by Snooze One
Nick, who goes by the stage name Snooze One, began experimenting with graffiti art and lettering at the age of thirteen and has always been fascinated by the creative combination of the two. Back in school, he stamped his own T-shirts with words, sold them, and shared his designs on Instagram. Over time, he focused more and more on the calligraphic aspect and developed his aesthetic towards brush writing. In all of his works, Nick blends calligraphy, lettering, and graffiti, continually experimenting with different styles and tools. Meanwhile, he combines his passion for photography with his graffiti works and records his artistic process for his successful Instagram profile. His lettering appears on pieces for brands like UNATICS , Combo Breaker, and Bad Apple Skateboards. His influences include the Dutch calligraffiti artist Shoe, Nick van Steen (@radical_only), as well as Tyrsa, Felipe Pantone and It's a Living.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation
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Materials
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Structure of the letters
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Style Structure
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Choosing a saying and style
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Basics
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U3
Composition Production
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First sketch: the sketching process
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Finalize sketch
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Composition details
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Final touch
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U4
Extra effects and social media
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Cloud effect
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Color effect
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Pixel effect and bubble effect
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Present work on Instagram
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FP
Final project
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Graffiti-Style Lettering
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FAQs
This course is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics and techniques of lettering, calligraphy, and graffiti. No prior experience is needed.
You’ll need paper (like watercolor paper), various pens such as brush pens, fineliners, parallel pens, a ruler, and possibly markers. A tracing tablet or tablet is optional for digital sketches.
You’ll learn how to combine graffiti, calligraphy, and lettering, develop your own lettering styles, design posters, and print lettering on T-shirts. The course also covers composition, color harmony, and various effects.
The course focuses on creative lettering and shows you how to blend calligraphy, graffiti, and lettering to develop and apply your own unique style.
Yes, you’ll learn step-by-step how to design custom posters with lettering and creative layouts, including composition and color choices.
Practical techniques taught include brush-pen lettering, Fraktur script, calligraffiti, parallel pen use, paint splatter effects, and screen printing — all with hands-on exercises.
Yes, the course teaches you how to use screen printing to create your own lettering on T-shirts and other everyday items.
Es un curso básico pero que permite introducirse al tema y que hace que quieras una segunda parte.
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A fantastic class with clear, step-by-step guidance that makes it easy to complete a project from start to finish. The instruction is straightforward, and the balance between explanation and demonstration is spot-on. Highly recommend.
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