In this fifth introduction to Copperplate calligraphy for beginners, I demonstrate a few words, its rhythm, spacing and the relationship between each pair of letters.
Writing words is forcing us to answer many questions about the characteristics of the Copperplate script. Every single pair of letters is unique and is challenging us to understand the type of ligature and spacing required.
The letters I selected for this demo have been explained previously on Part 1, 2 and 3 of these short series.
Words featured: tint, wound, pun, coconut and yummy.
TOOLS I USE
— Nib: Hunt 101
— Nib for beginners: Nikko G, Tachikawa G or Zebra G
— Holder: Oblique (for right and left handers). Straight pen holder for left handers.
— Ink: Walnut crystals
— Paper: Canson Marker 70gsm
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ABOUT ME
I am an independent lettering designer and illustrator specialised in branding assets and calligraphy education.
My creative practice is set by the principals of never stop learning, sharing knowledge and create emotion through my work.
In 2011 I studied a Postgraduate Course in Advanced Typography in Barcelona, and in 2012 a Typeface Design Condensed Program at Cooper Union in New York City.
Nowadays, I split my time between Melbourne and Barcelona working in partnership with brand design agencies helping them craft and develop their identity systems with emotionally charged visual elements including display type, logo design, monograms, wordmarks, lettering, illustration, patterning, packaging and digital assets.
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