Calligraphic flourishes as ornament and illustrations.
A course by user1335600 surname1335600 , Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Joined July 2019
Discover the basics, do practical exercises, and master calligraphic flourishes and learn how to apply them to your projects.
Discover the basics, do practical exercises, and master calligraphic flourishes and learn how to apply them to your projects.
Joined July 2019
Dive into the art of calligraphy with Panda, who will guide you through designing custom calligraphy pieces and lettering. You'll discover how calligraphic flourishes can embellish any idea, whether personal or for a client.
You will learn how to use the necessary tools and understand the different types of flourishes, along with examples and exercises that will help you loosen your hand and gain confidence in your stroke.
Explore how flourishes can be key to visually communicating concepts in an elegant and detailed way, while developing your own style that will bring life and beauty to your projects.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 21 downloads
- 151 students
- 12 lessons (1h 2m)
- 21 additional resources (12 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
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Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
The final project involves creating an ornamental calligraphic composition. You will use the techniques you have learned to design flourishes that enhance a selected phrase or word, showcasing your ability to combine art and visual communication.
Who is this online course for?
It is designed for graphic artists, designers, and anyone interested in learning about calligraphy and flourishes. It is ideal for those looking to add a personal and artistic touch to their work, improving their technique in lettering and graphic design.
Requirements and materials
To participate in this course, you will need a quill pen and a brush pen. These tools will allow you to practice and apply the techniques taught to create flourishes and improve your calligraphy.
A course by user1335600 surname1335600
Known professionally simply as Panda, Gerardo Ruiz Babsia is a renowned graphic designer and calligrapher with an outstanding track record in the design of logos and wine labels. With almost twelve years of experience in the sector, Panda has worked both in recognized studios and independently.
In addition to his professional work, he teaches at the Calligraphy Workshop at Champagnat University in Mendoza and participates in the Typography I course at the National University of San Juan.
His passion for teaching and commitment to calligraphy have led him to teach workshops and perform live calligraphy demonstrations, cementing his reputation in the field of graphic design and calligraphy.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Inspiration
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U2
Basic theory
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The flourishes
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Types of flourishes
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Analyze the applications
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Basic exercises: spirals, changes of direction and crossovers
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U3
Basic knowledge
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Rules of flourishes
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Putting the rules into practice
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U4
Flourishes in calligraphic alphabets
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Characteristics of flourishes
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How to beautify words
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U5
The project
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Sketching
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Calligraphing the project
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FP
Final project
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Calligraphic flourishes as ornament and illustration
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