There are now a number of lettering books out there in the world. There are however a few gems, and a few that stand out as helpful for those learning hand lettering, or for those wishing to further improve their skills. The aim of Lettering Tutorial Book Club is to help introduce you to new lettering books, from different categories, that can aid you on your lettering journey. Also to highlight significant features of chosen books, and to provide information on where you can get hold of them … [Read more...]
Why Sharing Your Hand Lettering Work Is Important
Sharing your hand lettering work might be something you're already doing. It might be something you're totally scared of doing. Either way whether you're sharing your work or not, you may be unaware of the benefits. Reflection If you're regularly sharing your work on something like Instagram or Pinterest even on a blog, over time you'll be able to look back over your work, and easily reflect upon it. You might start to notice patterns in your style of working, which can help you to … [Read more...]
Belinda Love Lee Digitize Your Own Calligraphy Class (Skillshare)
Belinda Love Lee, one of Lettering Tutorials 'Lettering Legends' has just launched her first Skillshare class, 'Digitize Your Own Calligraphy: From Logo to Letterpress'. If you've ever looked at Belinda's portfolio you'll see a lot of her work uses a calligraphic style, and her new class focuses on calligraphy. Along with calligraphy the class also explores digitisation, and taking your work to letterpress. I've watched all of the class videos as I'm a big fan of Belinda's work. It's very … [Read more...]
Lettering Legend – Brooke Bucherie (Goodtype) Interview
This months 'Lettering Legend' Brooke Bucherie creator of Goodtype isn't primarily known for making hand lettering of her own. She is however known for curating lettering. If you've ever tried searching for lettering on Instagram, there is a pretty big chance you will have come across the amazing Brooke Bucherie's Goodtype Instagram account. Brooke has built a tremendous collection of lettering work that she has found across the internet and shared. The Goodtype Instagram account features over … [Read more...]
Lettering Legend – Dominique Falla Interview
It's somehow already that time again to bring you a new 'Lettering Legend'. This months 'Lettering Legend' is Dominique Falla. A significant person from the lettering community, that has inspired those around her and those worldwide. If you're not sure what a 'Lettering Legend' is, or what the requirements are, you can catch up here. Last month I interviewed Scott Biersack and he provided some very helpful information. This month is no different, I interviewed Dominique Falla and she had lots … [Read more...]
