Typography Sketchbook: Drawing Letters with Style
A course by Joanna MuñozIllustrator and Lettering Artist
A course by Joanna Muñoz, Illustrator and Lettering Artist
Explore the art of hand lettering by filling a sketchbook with typographic compositions using a variety of creative techniques
Hand-lettering is a creative way to find your artistic voice through the written word. Through her lettering compositions, Joanna Muñoz has created inspiring, handwritten messages for clients like Nickelodeon, PayPal, Microsoft, and more.
In this online course, Joanna shares her drawing techniques to create four lettering compositions in different styles. Discover how to express your creative ideas in a sketchbook and bring them to life with color and detail. Take elements from your everyday life as inspiration to find your style, and dive into the wonderful world of lettering!
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 17 downloads
Materials and Tools
6 minutes, 28 seconds
How to Draw Letters 1
9 minutes, 41 seconds
How to Draw Letters 2
12 minutes, 25 seconds
Lettering Exercises 1
20 minutes, 1 second
Sans-Serif Lettering
13 minutes, 32 seconds
Mixed Lettering Composition
10 minutes, 24 seconds
What's included in this course?
Meet Joanna Muñoz, illustrator, lettering artist, and your teacher for this course. Hear about her creative journey that led her to the world of hand lettering, and discover her influences and inspirations.
Get an overview of the lettering basics: from the materials needed, typography terminology and styles, to the guidelines on how to draw letters! Delve into some drawing exercises as wells as tips and tricks to help you improve your techniques.
Find inspiration for your final project by collecting some ideas and references, before picking your phrase or word of choice and start drawing the composition.
Apply everything you’ve learned throughout the course to create four different pieces: in sans-serif, serif, script, and mixed lettering.
Joanna shows you creative ways to add a unique touch to your compositions with color and ink. Wrap up the course by looking at fun ways to create eye-catching content to share on social media to attracts clients.
What is this course's project?
Create four lettering compositions in different styles by applying the drawing and decorative techniques taught throughout the course.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in hand-lettering; whether it’s for a personal creative project or to build a professional portfolio.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary.
To take this course, you need a sketchbook, pencils, an eraser, a ruler, pens, markers, and a camera if you want to photograph your work.
Reviews
- 21 days ago
C'est un cours très agréable, amusant et instructif!
- ndiasdopradoPLUS1 month ago
This course is amazing! I learned a lot and enjoyed every class. I absolutely recommend this course
- 2 months ago
I had lots of fun with this very accessible course. I would recommend it. A great value.
My only criticism is that responses to my posts were AI generates and not very helpful. AI often couldn't see my post for some reason. Sometimes it commented on posts that weren't my work but were other parts of the assignment. It did answer one of my questions.
- 2 months ago
I love the course !
- 4 months ago
I really love the course! The course is very well organized and structured. I especially like the way she explaines things. You learn a lot about the basics of Lettering and get great exercises. I highly recommend it.
She has created custom lettering for brands like HBO, Nickelodeon, Pottery Barn, Michael Kors, Microsoft, and PayPal, as well as for small, local businesses. She also hosts lettering events and teaches workshops in Southern California. Her goal is to create artwork that resonates with people and encourages them to be their most authentic selves and live their best lives.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Learning How to Letter
- Materials and Tools
- Lettering Basics
- How to Draw Letters 1
- How to Draw Letters 2
- Lettering Exercises 1
- Lettering Exercises 2
- Lettering Exercises 3
- Lettering Exercises 4
- U3
Ideation and Compositions
- Finding Inspiration
- Style References
- Creating Compositions
- U4
Putting It All Together
- Sans-Serif Lettering
- Serif Lettering
- Script Lettering
- Mixed Lettering Composition
- U5
Creating Eye-Catching Content
- Adding Color
- Documenting the Process
- Sharing Work to Get Work
- FP
Final project
- Typography Sketchbook: Drawing Letters with Style
What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers foundational techniques in hand lettering, calligraphy, and brush lettering, making it perfect if you're just starting out.
You’ll need basic supplies like sketchbooks (dot grid preferred), mechanical pencils, erasers, Speedball calligraphy tools, Sakura Micron pens, Fudenosuke brush pens, and Posca markers for coloring.
You'll learn essential hand lettering and calligraphy techniques, how to draw different letter styles, design greeting cards, refine layouts, use various tools, and share your art on social media.
Absolutely! The course starts with basics and gradually introduces more advanced techniques, making it accessible for those with no prior experience.
Yes, you'll learn how to photograph, edit, and present your lettering work for Instagram and other social media platforms, including tips for growing your audience.
Yes, the course includes guidance on organizing themed sketchbooks, choosing the right paper, and developing a consistent lettering practice.
You’ll explore script lettering, serif and sans serif styles, brush lettering, 3D effects, drop shadows, flourishes, and optical adjustments for balanced compositions.