Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen

Course final project

A course by KOUS , Design and Calligraphy Studio

Design and Calligraphy Studio. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined October 2014
99% positive reviews (93)
1,962 students
Audio: Spanish
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About the final project for: Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen

Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen

“You have reached the end of the course, thank you very much for joining us and choosing us as your teachers. It has been wonderful to share this adventure with you. Now is your time to carry out your own final project, make a cute envelope. We leave you an example of how we would like to see your final project: The style and composition Define the composition style and elements that you will use in the envelope. We recommend exploring different variations so that you have options and can choose the one you like the most.

The information Review the information that you will put in the envelope before, this is a good moment in which you can verify that the data is correct, for example: Frida Kahlo London 247 Coyoacán, Mexico City 04100 The envelope Use the method and tool with which you are most comfortable to work your project. We show you several options, but choose your favorite. Put the compositions on the envelope with your calligraphy. Analyze if the spaces are correct, if everything looks as you expected and if you have an error, do not worry, you can solve it as we teach you. Also, add some flourishes, you can also draw botanical elements to finish the decoration of your envelope.
Remember that each decision you make while developing your project is what will make it unique. If you have any questions, you can ask us in the forum, we will respond as quickly as possible. Please don't forget to upload your final project. If your project does not go as expected, keep in mind that it is a matter of practice and that in the end it is only paper and you can try it several times. We will be looking forward to seeing the wonderful envelopes you have created. Do not forget to see the project of the rest of your colleagues, exchange feedback and tips with them, so we continue to learn together. See you soon on the forum!”

Partial transcription of the video

“Final project We have reached the end of the course. You already have all the bases and tools to carry out your project. Before saying goodbye, let's review step by step some recommendations to achieve it. We first saw what modern calligraphy is, the importance of basic fundamentals and of historical models. We practice the warm-up strokes, how the tool works and we review the suggested materials to work with. Then we practice each letter of the alphabet lowercase and uppercase. In addition to learning to link them to form words. After practicing, we saw how to modify some of its characteri...”

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Course summary for: Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen

  • Level: Beginner
  • 99% positive reviews (93)
  • 1962 students
  • 5 units
  • 18 lessons (3h 3m)
  • 15 downloads
  • Category

    Calligraphy & Typography
  • Areas

    Calligraphy, Hand Lettering, Lettering

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A course by KOUS

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Design and Calligraphy Studio

Aspacia Kusulas is a graphic designer specialized in typography and lettering design, including calligraphy. Rodolfo Kusulas is an industrial designer specialized in branding, packaging, and stationery design for brands in Mexico, Europe, and Asia. Together they founded Design Kous, where they offer workshops and the chance to enjoy calligraphy as much as they do.

Through their studio they aim to transport the world and the tradition of writing to the present day by creating products with modern yet timeless aesthetics and graphics.


  • 99% positive reviews (93)
  • 1,962 students
  • 18 lessons (3h 3m)
  • 30 additional resources (15 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
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Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen. Calligraphy, and Typography course by KOUS

Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen

A course by KOUS
Design and Calligraphy Studio. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined October 2014
  • 99% positive reviews (93)
  • 1,962 students