Calligraphy as Visual Poetry
About Me
A course by Carol Fountain Nix , Calligrapher
Joined October 2021
Joined October 2021
About the video: About Me
Overview
“In this lesson, I will introduce myself and give you an overview of how I got here: my career pathway from design to entrepreneurialism, education, and, now, leading one of the nation's largest crafts centers. Through it all, calligraphy has informed my branding work, my personal journey as an artist, and my career as an educator.”
In this video lesson Carol Fountain Nix addresses the topic: About Me, which is part of the Domestika online course: Calligraphy as Visual Poetry. Learn the secrets of selecting and deconstructing texts and create calligraphic pieces of art..
Partial transcription of the video
“Hi there, I'm Carol Fountain-Nicks. I'm an artist, entrepreneur, and educator. I grew up in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Asheville, North Carolina. My work is so influenced by my love of the mountains, the tones, textures, colors, and patterns of nature. I now live in Raleigh, North Carolina, with my amazing wife, Penny, and our ruler of the roost, poodle, Phoenix. When I was in high school, my parents gave me a beginner calligraphy set. I could not leave my room. I was lettering every moment. I found a calligraphy class at a local community college and began my calligraphic jou...”
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Course summary for: Calligraphy as Visual Poetry
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Calligraphy & Typography -
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Calligraphy
Carol Fountain Nix
A course by Carol Fountain Nix
Carol Fountain Nix is a highly accomplished calligrapher, artist, and educator known for her unique approach to lettering and painting. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Carol has developed a distinctive "urban aesthetic" style that combines calligraphy with other artistic techniques.
As an artist, Carol draws inspiration from the natural world, patterns, contrasts, and the power of words. Her artworks often convey meaningful messages through the combination of lettering and visuals, creating visually intense and emotionally resonant pieces.
With her wealth of experience, Carol has become a respected figure in the calligraphy community, and her work has been exhibited in galleries and featured in various publications. She continues to inspire and mentor aspiring calligraphers around the world, fostering a vibrant and diverse artistic community.
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