Creative Lettering Specialization: Handcrafted Designs and Digital Innovation

Overview

“Let's go back in time! In this lesson, we will take a brief look at the origins of sign painting. I will provide some historical context and introduce the traditional styles of lettering. ”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: History of Sign Painting, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creative Lettering Specialization: Handcrafted Designs and Digital Innovation. Learn hand-painted sign creation by mastering lettering techniques, brush handling, and color application for unique signage.

Partial transcription of the video

“History of Sign Painting In this lesson, I'll give an overview of the history of sign painting. Painting letters by hand has been part of human lives for centuries. The tradition of sign painting as we know it today, emerged more concretely during the Industrial Revolution with the main purpose to advertise products, services, or events. The styles ranged from utilitarian to highly ornate. Sign painting was a paid profession, as common as tailoring or farming, and required hours of training and apprenticeship. There was a notable proliferation of sign painting in the 20th century, especiall...”

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Course summary for: Creative Lettering Specialization: Handcrafted Designs and Digital Innovation

• Level: Beginner
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• 344 students
• 6 units
• 89 lessons (16h 12m)
• 55 downloads

• Category

  Calligraphy & Typography

• Areas

  Calligraphy, Digital Lettering, Hand Lettering, Lettering, Typography