Arabic Script for Digital Lettering
All about Calligraphy
A course by Wael Morcos , Graphic and Type Designer
About the video: All about Calligraphy
Overview
“In this lesson, we'll look closely at some calligraphic examples and focus on the solid and fluid calligraphic styles. Let's dive in!”
In this video lesson Wael Morcos addresses the topic: All about Calligraphy, which is part of the Domestika online course: Arabic Script for Digital Lettering. Turn simple phrases into meaningful works of art by learning to combine traditional Arabic calligraphy with contemporary digital tools.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, we're going to look at calligraphy. The world of Arabic calligraphy is very vast. It would actually take you a whole decade to learn everything there is to know. So I would like to take you on a small journey to show you a little bit of things that will pique your interest. And I hope that that will lead you on your own journey of discovery around Arabic calligraphy. So let's look together at some things. Let's talk about Arabic calligraphy. The history of the development of Arabic calligraphy is rich and deep. It covers great swathes of land and time. Before reading and wri...”
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Course summary for: Arabic Script for Digital Lettering
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Calligraphy, Digital Lettering, Lettering, Typography
Wael Morcos
A course by Wael Morcos
Wael Morcos is a Lebanese graphic and type designer and partner at the studio Morcos Key. He studied graphic design at Notre Dame University and completed a master’s in the subject from Rhode Island School of Design before going on to work at M&C Saatchi, C&G Partners, and Base Design, among others. He later freelanced for companies like Apple and IBM before starting his own studio in Brooklyn.
With a particular interest in Arabic typography, Wael has collaborated with organizations across North America and the Middle East to translate their stories into engaging visual systems. His clients range from commercial enterprises like Nike to non-profits and cultural institutions such as the Dadu Children’s Museum in Qatar.
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