Introduction to Hebrew Calligraphy
The Black Ink Layout 2
A course by Allison Barclay (Avielah) , Certified Hebrew Scribe (Soferet)
About the video: The Black Ink Layout 2
Overview
“Here, I will continue to demonstrate how to apply the blank ink to the bones of your text, holding the bronze-tipped nib at a 60-degree angle. You will learn tips and tricks to ensure the ink flows smoothly.”
In this video lesson Allison Barclay (Avielah) addresses the topic: The Black Ink Layout 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Hebrew Calligraphy. Create timeless letterforms by experimenting with calligraphy materials and exploring this ancient yet contemporary language.
Partial transcription of the video
“Remember, when you're writing the letter PAY, that you need to have the bottom stroke below the bottom baseline. Otherwise there won't be enough room for the tongue stroke. when you are writing the letter Gimel, remember to make a nice strong connection here between the downstrokes. And the foot. but don't come too close because if you are missing this little space here, then it will look like a letter noon. Likewise, when you write the letter Dalet, make sure that you have enough space for the ear. Now, when you have a descending stroke, next to a letter that also has a descender on an ang...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Hebrew Calligraphy
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Category
Calligraphy & Typography -
Areas
Calligraphy, Writing
Allison Barclay (Avielah)
A course by Allison Barclay (Avielah)
Allison Barclay is a traditionally-trained Jewish scribe (Soferet), meaning she is authorized to write the bible. She grew up in British Columbia but currently lives in London, England, and has been creative since she was old enough to hold a pencil. Inspired by Fiddler on the Roof, she began teaching herself Hebrew letters from an encyclopedia at just 10 years old and experimenting with calligraphy for fun, before studying at Victoria College of Art and Camosun College.
Allison later trained as a soferet. Since then, she has been commissioned to copy poetry and prayers, write and illustrate Jewish wedding contracts, and create pieces for exhibitions. Allison also teaches Hebrew lettering to others and is the first woman licensed to restore Torah scrolls that had survived the Holocaust for the Memorial Scrolls Trust in London.
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