Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen
Flourishes
A course by KOUS , Design and Calligraphy Studio
About the video: Flourishes
Overview
“During this lesson you are going to learn how to make some variations by adding flourishes.”
In this video lesson KOUS addresses the topic: Flourishes, which is part of the Domestika online course: Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen. Learn how to use a flexible nib pen with ink and watercolors to create contrasts between traditional and modern styles.
Partial transcription of the video
“Flourishes Since you've practiced the uppercase and lowercase alphabet, either the single letters in sequence or in words, now we can practice some flourishes. Let us remember that these elements are characteristic of Copperplate, since at that time also the writing reflects some of the artistic elements of the time. For example, these flourishes at that time they filled all these spaces to decorate them excessively, they reflect a bit of baroque art, which is the horror of white space. Now we are going to see this example. In this "Beautiful" title, representing the traditional Copperplate...”
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Course summary for: Modern Calligraphy Techniques with a Flexible Nib Pen
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Category
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Areas
Calligraphy, Hand Lettering, Lettering
KOUS
A course by KOUS
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.
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