Dynamic 3D Lettering Script with Illustrator

Give three-dimensionality to the lettering 2

A course by Typophrenic (Valentina Casali) , Type designer

178 students

Audio: Italian

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About the video: Give three-dimensionality to the lettering 2

Overview

“Once you've set up the lights and shadows, it's time to color!”

In this video lesson Typophrenic (Valentina Casali) addresses the topic: Give three-dimensionality to the lettering 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Dynamic 3D Lettering Script with Illustrator. Unlock the secrets of creating dynamic, eye-catching lettering scripts in Illustrator. Master the art of 3D lettering and impress your audience. .

Partial transcription of the video

“Giving three-dimensionality to the lettering Now that you know how the work process takes place, we can move on to the next step. Here is the final result. Now the most boring part is over and we can start inserting lights and shadows. It's time to color too. I found an easy and simple method to explain how to do it. A simple method to understand how to set lights and shadows is to use our donut to simulate actual shading present within the extrusion of our lettering. As a reference to understand where the light comes from and then manage the shadows, we can refer to the picture in the Pint...”

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Course summary for: Dynamic 3D Lettering Script with Illustrator

Level: Beginner
178 students
5 units
19 lessons (3h 27m)
3 downloads

Category
Calligraphy & Typography
Software
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
Areas
Calligraphy, Digital Lettering, Lettering, Typography, Typography Design

Typophrenic (Valentina Casali)

A course by Typophrenic (Valentina Casali)

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Type designer

Meet Valentina Casali, an accomplished calligrapher and type designer who breathes life into words through her exquisite creations. With an illustrious career that includes collaborations with esteemed publications like The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and Wired, Valentina's artistic journey is marked by a deep passion for transforming language into captivating visual experiences. Her artistry extends beyond conventional boundaries as she spearheaded the restyling of Il Mucchio Selvaggio magazine, showcasing her remarkable ability to merge aesthetics with content seamlessly.

Valentina's artistic philosophy finds its roots in her love for signs, handcrafted typography, and stone carving. Her work reflects an intricate balance between the pressure of the pen or chisel and the embodiment of character and meaning. Beyond technical prowess, Valentina's art embodies respect for materials, echoing the care we should extend to both words and humanity.