Introduction to Ink Lettering

A course by user147684 surname147684 , Designer specialized in calligraphy, lettering and typography

Designer specialized in calligraphy, lettering and typography. Bogota, Colombia.
Joined October 2014

Know the significance of lettering by using different ink techniques and bring your works to a different level

97% positive reviews (33)
871 students
Audio: Spanish
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Know the significance of lettering by using different ink techniques and bring your works to a different level

A blank canvas is an invitation to creativity and, in the case of Marianna Rezk, a brush or pencil are the favorite tools to let your passion flow. Marianna is passionate about lettering and in this course she will share her techniques for making letter compositions using ink.

You will learn to let go of your hand and your imagination while discovering basic notions of calligraphy, typography and lettering to compose a coherent and stylish phrase.

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 16 downloads

  • 97% positive reviews (33)
  • 871 students
  • 14 lessons (2h 16m)
  • 16 additional resources (12 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

You will draw a phrase in ink that you will then stamp on a tote bag .

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

To graphic designers, typographers, calligraphers, specialists in lettering and all lovers of letters who want to learn to do lettering and draw letters.

Requirements and materials

You do not need to have any previous knowledge about the drawing of letters, although the processes will be easier if you have general experience in drawing. You will need basic notions of Adobe Photoshop and a computer with the software .

As for materials, you will need: sketching, finishing and tracing papers; pencil, erasure and pencil sharpener; brushes of different shapes and water-based inks. As additional resources, Marianna recommends having a light table and a printer.


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871 Students
33 Reviews
97% Positive ratings

user147684 surname147684

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Designer specialized in calligraphy, lettering and typography

Marianna Rezk is a Colombian lettering artist, although she originally studied Industrial Design. It was in Barcelona (Spain) where he found his true professional purpose, having studied a master's degree in Graphic Design and another in Advanced Typography.

He has his own design studio, where he has the satisfaction of being able to exercise his great passion which is to make calligraphy, draw lettering and work with typography for different clients, including Ferrero Rocher, Tiffany & Co. , Hush Puppies and Ray-Ban.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Know a little about me
    • Whom I admire
    • What we are going to do in the course
  • U2

    Bases and preparation

    • What is lettering and what styles of letters can we use?
    • Fantastic Tools
    • Warming of the hand and eye
  • U3

    Unique phrases

    • Find a phrase that connects with you
    • Sketching the composition
    • We went to the final role!
    • Great effects with ink - Part 1
    • Great effects with ink - Part 2
    • Now yes, inking!
  • U4

    I want my tote bag

    • Digitize your piece with love
    • Print and stamp your magnificent Tote Bag
  • FP

    Final project

    • Introduction to lettering with ink

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Introduction to Ink Lettering. Calligraphy, and Typography course by user147684 surname147684

Introduction to Ink Lettering

A course by user147684 surname147684
Designer specialized in calligraphy, lettering and typography. Bogota, Colombia.
Joined October 2014
  • 97% positive reviews (33)
  • 871 students