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Composition for Calligraphers
Introduction
Welcome! (6:39)
PDF: Exercise Workbook
PDF: Elements and Principles Idea Bank
The 7 Elements of Design
The 7 Elements of Design (1:08)
Element: Lettering Style (3:34)
Element: Line (6:48)
EXERCISE 1
Element: Shape (5:04)
Element: Proportion (5:20)
EXERCISE 2
Element: Space (6:34)
Element: Color (3:25)
Element: Texture (3:26)
EXERCISE 3
The 6 Principles of Design
The 6 Principles of Design (2:23)
The Principle of Balance (6:41)
EXERCISE 4
The Principle of Contrast (5:25)
EXERCISE 5
The Principle of Emphasis (5:52)
EXERCISE 6
The Principle of Movement (4:37)
EXERCISE 7
The Principle of Repetition (3:37)
EXERCISE 8
The Principle of Unity (5:53)
EXERCISE 9
EXERCISE 10
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Creating a Composition from Start to Finish
Overview: Composition from Start to Finish (3:59)
PDF: Drafting Process (Flowchart)
Example: Drafting Process (29:09)
PDF: Blank Guide Sheets
Example: Refining Process (Video) (37:05)
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Bonus Tips
Drafting Tools (8:31)
Writing on a Curve (8:03)
Adjusting a Curved Baseline
List of Quote Ideas
Drafting Longer Layouts (3:31)
How to Credit Authors
Tips for Choosing Colors
Non-Calligraphy Alphabet Inspiration
Dealing with Clashing Ascenders & Descenders (8:20)
Ideas to Pair Lettering Styles
Tips and Supplies for adding Texture
How to Know When You're Done Checklist
Bonus Demo (31:41)
Course Wrap-Up
Feedback Form
Drafting Longer Layouts
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