Introduction to Calligraphy

Overview

“Before starting to show you the secrets of English cursive, I would like to tell you something more about me and my fantastic journey in the world of calligraphy. I've always been passionate about writing: pen and paper have always attracted me a lot. However, I have never had what might be called "beautiful handwriting", without considering all the problems left-handed people may encounter on their way. My first encounter with calligraphic tools happened almost by chance, and it was not immediately true love. Nevertheless, the more I tried to write the more I wanted to learn how to do it well. From there, I went in search of the best way to write, style after style, instrument after instrument. A research in which social media have played a fundamental role.”

In this video lesson Giorgio Gaetani addresses the topic: Presentation, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Calligraphy. Explore the rules of calligraphy writing by learning to compose words and phrases in an elegant and timeless style.

Partial transcription of the video

“Presentation My name is Giorgio Gaetani, I am a calligrapher and for the past seven years I focused on studying English cursive. Before starting the course, I want to tell you a little about me and what prompted me to start my calligraphic journey and how my passion developed. Since I was a child both writing and drawing have always fascinated me. As a child I drew a lot, at home I should have some paintings made during my childhood. I have always had a very good relationship with paper. Since I was a child I always tried to write in order, when there was to be copied in beautiful writing i...”

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Course summary for: Introduction to Calligraphy

• Level: Beginner
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• 5 units
• 24 lessons (5h 18m)
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• Category

  Calligraphy & Typography

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  Calligraphy