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...]
Tips To Take Away – July Skillshare Hand Lettering Experience
Near the beginning of July, Skillshare announced a hand lettering challenge that would take part throughout the rest of July. The challenge consisted of completing two of hand lettering artist Mary Kate McDevitts Skillshare classes. This included finishing and sharing two lettering assignments also. I wrote about the hand lettering challenge back in July, and decided that I would have ago at participating myself. I'm still only a short way into my lettering journey, and knew that it would … [Read more...]
The Difference Between Serif and Sans Serif
Serif and Sans Serif are two of the most common styles of lettering used when working with letters. Before you even begin hand lettering, you will already be familiar with Serif and Sans Serif letters, you just might not know them by name. So what are they and how are they different? Serif Serif lettering has been around for hundreds and hundreds of years, dating as far back as the Roman era. It is often used in print for books and magazines, and is considered quite a classic style of … [Read more...]
New Learn Lettering Seanwes Classes Are Live
Sean McCabe from Seanwes, an experienced hand letterer and entrepreneur has launched a 2.0 version of his 'Learn Lettering' classes. In the not so distant past Sean created 'Learn Lettering', a series of very in depth classes to suit those interested in different lettering paths. The paths including classes for beginners, intermediate letterers and those wanting to become lettering masters. Over the past few months Sean has been working very hard and has refreshed and updated his classes. … [Read more...]
Hand Lettering Challenge With Mary Kate McDevitt (Skillshare)
Join hand lettering artist Mary Kate McDevitt in a challenge. Skillshare have announced a July hand lettering challenge starting from the 9th. The challenge involves enrolling in two of Mary Kate McDevitts Skillshare classes, 'The First Steps of Hand-Lettering: Concept to Sketch', and 'The Final Steps of Hand-Lettering: Color & Texture'. If you have been struggling to motivate yourself to practice your hand lettering regularly, then this challenge could be a perfect opportunity for … [Read more...]
