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Calligraphy for Beginners 2 – The Elegance of Italics

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About Calligraphy for Beginners 2 – The Elegance of Italics

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Class 01 – Choosing your pen

Class 02 – Using your pen

Class 03 – Preparing the surface

Class 04 – Warming up exercises

Class 05 – The Skeleton of Italics

Class 06 – The Minuscules

Class 07 – The Capitals

Class 08 – The Numbers

Class 09 – The Words

Class 10 – The Basic Swashes

Class 11 – Conclusion

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What You Will Learn?

  • Calligraphy for beginners is a three class sequence for anyone who wants to start studying calligraphy.  This is the second installment of that sequence..
  • This class is about Italic Letters, my interpretation of the classic Italic Script from the 15th century. Italic isn't the easiest style to learn, but I’ll show you some techniques to make the process easier and in the final portion of the class, you'll create some of your own beautiful words in this style..
  • Italics is a elegant style with sexy curves and fluid movement. In addition, this class provides the basis for my next exciting class: Brush Pen Italics!So, what.
  • are you waiting for? Join me to perfect creating Italic Letters!.