Calligraphy & Hand Lettering
This course introduces students to the art of calligraphy and hand lettering, focusing on letterform construction, rhythm, spacing, and expressive styles. Students will explore traditional and modern calligraphy techniques alongside hand lettering for creative and design applications, emphasizing craftsmanship, consistency, and visual expression.
- Demonstrate control of basic calligraphy and hand lettering tools.
- Construct letterforms with correct proportions, spacing, and rhythm.
- Apply different lettering styles for expressive and functional design use.
- Develop custom hand-lettered compositions for creative projects.
- Refine lettering through practice, critique, and visual consistency.
The whole semester.
- 01Introduction to Calligraphy and Hand Lettering
- 02Tools and Materials for Calligraphy
- 03Basic Strokes and Pen Control
- 04Understanding Letter Anatomy
- 05Uppercase and Lowercase Letter Construction
- 06Spacing, Rhythm, and Consistency
- 07Traditional Calligraphy Styles
- 08 · MidtermModern Calligraphy Styles
- 09Brush Lettering Techniques
- 10Hand Lettering vs Calligraphy
- 11Decorative Lettering and Flourishes
- 12Composition and Layout for Lettering
- 13Creating Expressive Wordmarks and Quotes
- 14Refinement Through Practice and Critique
- 15Digitizing Hand Lettering for Design Use
- 16Final Project Development
Midterm around session 8. Final project briefed at session 8 or 9 and developed in stages until the juries.
Students will create a cohesive hand-lettered composition based on a chosen theme or phrase. The project must include consistent letterforms, balanced composition, and expressive style.
Final submission will include 5 refined hand lettering pieces demonstrating different styles or techniques. The project will be evaluated on craftsmanship, consistency, creativity, and overall visual impact.
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