Dallas Clayton is a very skilled and talented artist. His work can take on many forms and often sends out great messages too. In 'Featured Lettering Artist Dallas Clayton' I give a little intro about Dallas and then discuss a piece of work that he created which stood out to me. I provide an inspiring quote for you to have a go at hand lettering in whatever style that takes your fancy. Then towards the end of the episode answer a very common question that many lettering artists will ask … [Read more...]
The Business Of Hand Lettering Workshop (Exclusive Discount)
Are you interested in building a career as a hand-lettering artist? Want to take up calligraphy as a part-time gig? Are you a hand-lettering artist who is struggling to grow your business? If you answered yes to any of the above then there's a good chance this workshop is for you! Sign up for the workshop here! Modern Thrive is a fantastic resource for creative types and is hosting a really helpful workshop in April 2016. The workshop runs from the 6th - 8th of April, and is available to … [Read more...]
Hand Lettering Podcast – Ep11 Thumbnail Sketches, Should You Be Using Them?
Thumbnail sketches have a lot of benefits but it's not always obvious what they are, often doing the extra work of drawing out multiple thumbnail sketches can seem pointless. I challenge the misconceptions about using thumbnail sketches through sharing my own experiences and mistakes. I discuss the advantages and disadvantages to using them, and I also share an exclusive offer which I talk about towards the end of the episode. This podcast series shares helpful hand lettering information, tips, … [Read more...]
Lettering Legend – Stanley Donwood Interview
Stanley Donwood is an artist with an array of different creative skills. He is very well known for producing all of the album artwork used by the band Radiohead. He's had a few books published, including a graphic novel which he made in a month to win a five pound bet. Stanley has used both hand lettering and digital lettering in a lot of his work over the years, he is uniquely talented and most deserving of the title 'Lettering Legend'. One of the main reasons I wanted to feature Stanley is … [Read more...]
Hand Lettering Podcast – EP10 Featured Lettering Artist Gemma O’Brien
In 'Featured Lettering Artist Gemma O'Brien' I introduce you to the Australian lettering artist. Gemma's talents are not just limited to one style of lettering, and the size of her work is never limited either. I also discuss in some detail a piece of Gemma's work that has stood out to me and that may inspire you too. As always I share a quote which is relevant to last weeks episode on slowing things down, it's great for beginner letterers to have a play with, and a fun activity for the more … [Read more...]
