Uncial Calligraphy for Beginners
Construction of a calamus
A course by Joaquín Seguí , Graphic Designer Specializing in Calligraphy
Joined December 2018
Joined December 2018
About the video: Construction of a calamus
Overview
“The calamus is an ancient tool that is used to make calligraphy. Let's see what it takes to build a calamus and step by step how it is done.”
In this video lesson Joaquín Seguí addresses the topic: Construction of a calamus, which is part of the Domestika online course: Uncial Calligraphy for Beginners. Learn to design modern letters that are full of personality.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. i aim to guide you through the process of crafting a calamus. a traditional pen made from reed or quill that has been historically significant in calligraphy. Specifically. we'll focus on how it was used for writing uncial script. an ancient form of writing that endured for centuries due to its They had to adapt to various tools. yet this was the one they began with. ultimately influencing their development. For centuries. they used reed pens until metal pens emerged. Initially. their history was inscribed with reed pens. which played a crucial role in shaping their early wr...”
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Course summary for: Uncial Calligraphy for Beginners
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Calligraphy & Typography -
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Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop -
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Calligraphy
Joaquín Seguí
A course by Joaquín Seguí
Originally from Argentina, Joaquín Seguí is a graphic designer specialized in calligraphy. He began working with calligraphy more than a decade ago and hasn't stopped developing and studying letters since. He uses calligraphy applied mainly to graphic design, editorial design, and advertising and divides his time between calligraphy and abstract art-oriented projects: two things he always felt were closely related
Joaquín has worked with clients such as Nike, Johnnie Walker, Hyatt, Dior, and Tiffany & Co., among others. He is also a teacher and has taught calligraphy at the university level and through various workshops.
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