Arabic Script for Digital Lettering
Calligraphy, Lettering, and Typography
A course by Wael Morcos , Graphic and Type Designer
About the video: Calligraphy, Lettering, and Typography
Overview
“The terminology of letter forms is nuanced and complex. In this lesson, I'll clarify the differences between calligraphy, typography, and lettering. We'll explore how they overlap and what makes each approach unique with its own challenges and opportunities.”
In this video lesson Wael Morcos addresses the topic: Calligraphy, Lettering, and Typography, 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
“ Calligraphy, Lettering, and Typography In this lesson, we'll look at three conceptual differences between important notions: calligraphy, lettering, and typography. Because drawing good letters is a craft, to understand the craft and to master it, you have to understand what system it falls onto. Let's look at these differences together. The word "al khatt" in Arabic can mean a lot of different things. It can mean a line, a path, or a typeface, but there's a distinction between the terms, calligraphy, typography, and lettering. Let's look at these categories together, starting with callig...”
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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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