Specialization in calligraphy: art from fundamentals to ornamentation

Overview

“If straight lines and curves weren't enough, now we have the lowercase diagonal sisters (v, w, y, z, k, x); with this group, you can fine-tune details of shapes and spaces to work with all kinds of words, without limitations, while maintaining the spacing exercises you've practiced previously.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Diagonal sister letters, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in calligraphy: art from fundamentals to ornamentation. English calligraphy dominates with plumilla and watercolor techniques to create elegant and artistic works.

Partial transcription of the video

“Now we will continue with the expert-level alphabet. where we'll practice diagonal letters. Before we start with the letters. we'll do a small exercise to calibrate our diagonals. Always working within the block. and respecting the 30-degree angle. we'll start by crafting zigzag modules. This ensures a diagonal line moves downward smoothly and evenly. And for the other part. draw a line diagonally. making sure it consistently runs from the top of the page to Drawing the line upwards causes the pen to resist against the paper. which can lead to ink splattering or bending the nib's tip. disru...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in calligraphy: art from fundamentals to ornamentation

• Level: Beginner
• 66 students
• 6 units
• 83 lessons (14h 21m)
• 44 downloads

• Category

  Calligraphy & Typography

• Areas

  Calligraphy, Digital Lettering, Hand Lettering, Lettering