Calligraphy as Visual Poetry
Creating Art Envelopes
A course by Carol Fountain Nix , Calligrapher
Joined October 2021
Joined October 2021
About the video: Creating Art Envelopes
Overview
“Remember me telling you to save your worksheets and sketches? There are many things you can do with them: bind them into a book, create a fold-out piece, layer over them with other work or media, and create 3D-type works with them. You will see that I've provided an envelope template for you to download. While you might not always mail an envelope, you can use it for holding items, birthday or special occasion cards, and so on. Art envelopes are always a hit and they're completely unique! ”
In this video lesson Carol Fountain Nix addresses the topic: Creating Art Envelopes, 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
“In this lesson, I'm going to show you how to make envelopes out of your leftover sketches. It's a good thing to hang on to all of your practice sheets. You never know when they might come in handy. So here I'm working with one of my leftover calligraphy clouds. It has a lot of texture, a lot of variation in style, and a lot of playfulness, which will make for a great envelope. I'll use the envelope template that's provided in the attachments. This is a five by seven envelope, so it's a standard size. Next, I'll look for some of the parts that I'd like to capture in the envelope and place th...”
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Course summary for: Calligraphy as Visual Poetry
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Category
Calligraphy & Typography -
Areas
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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