Calligraphy and Lettering for Custom Garments
Influences
A course by Iván Caíña , Artist, Graphic Designer, and Teacher
About the video: Influences
Overview
“For any creative, observing the work of others is very enriching. Nourishing yourself with good references will make your work grow towards your most personal style; here I will show you some of mine.”
In this video lesson Iván Caíña addresses the topic: Influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Calligraphy and Lettering for Custom Garments. Learn how to design the entire alphabet and create an exclusive denim garment.
Partial transcription of the video
“Influences In this lesson I will talk about influences, of what have been great references for me in calligraphy. They are artists, calligraphers and books in particular that have inspired me in my career. For this we are going to start. The first book and reference that I will talk about is Claude Mediavilla. Claude Mediavilla has edited a calligraphy book which for me is the most complete. He is the one that every calligrapher and lover of letters, must have in your library. Review the history of calligraphy, giving examples and showing alphabets, teaching how to make each of these callig...”
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Course summary for: Calligraphy and Lettering for Custom Garments
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Category
Calligraphy & Typography -
Areas
Calligraphy, Fashion Design, Hand Lettering, Lettering, Upcycling

Iván Caíña
A course by Iván Caíña
Iván Caíña is a graphic designer with a passion for letters, which led him to become an expert in calligraphy and lettering. Armed with brushes, ink, and paper, he creates designs for brands, agencies, and clients with the same goal in mind: experiment with the art of word design and inspire audiences with his work.
He loves design in all its forms (art, architecture, photography, fashion, etc.) and each of its disciplines inspires him to experiment with new techniques, materials, and styles in his work. When he’s not creating designs in his studio, Iván travels around Spain to share his knowledge teaching workshops.
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