Calligraphy as Visual Poetry
Putting It All Together: Words, Texts, and Media 3
A course by Carol Fountain Nix , Calligrapher
Joined October 2021
Joined October 2021
About the video: Putting It All Together: Words, Texts, and Media 3
Overview
“Finally, I will add the word "light" to my piece. Once everything is dry, I will work on the final lettering. Then, you will see the complete series of pieces that I have created using the same technique.”
In this video lesson Carol Fountain Nix addresses the topic: Putting It All Together: Words, Texts, and Media 3, 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
“Now I'm ready to add the hero word, light. I'm using Dr. Martin's Bleed White. It's important to get it to the right consistency. I'm also using one of the Luthus pens. So I just finished the hero word, and you can see that it comes to the surface, leaving some dimensionality on the page. Now that I've got everything dried and ready to roll, I'm ready to add the final lettering. The first thing I'll do is just erase the pencil lines. I'll begin the final calligraphy using Dr. Martin's Bleed White, along with a pointed pen, and I'll use a version of Roman caps with more of a modern flair. So...”
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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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