Get Rhythm!
A two day work shop with Denis Brown. Intermediate-Advanced level
Learning alphabets is the first stage of calligraphy, but without rhythm in the writing, the work dies. Rhythm gives letters energy and allows them to breathe with life and vigour. It really is a key ingredient in all good calligraphy and distinguishes writing from lettering . This class will introduce you to the concept of rhythm via pattern based exercises. It will also provide tips about dynamics in writing that help both sharpen and "free up" your own letter styles. Additionally, we will make large abstract compositions, "playing along" to Denis' specially composed audio patterns and music, and the analysis of these will help you understand rhythm as a compositional element in painting and design.
STUDENT SUPPLIES: Tools and Materials: Broad edged calligraphy dip-pens: specifically Brause size 3mm and 4mm nibs required; Pen-holder with round barrel that is comfortable to roll in the fingers; Ink; gouache paints; Palette; Round bristle paintbrushes sizes 6 & 8 for mixing paint & loading pens; water jar; pencils; 16" ruler; layout pad or practice paper 11"x17" or larger; a sheet or two of quality paper, e.g. Arches Text Wove or BFK Rives; finely powdered pumice and gum sandarac; a cheap half inch bristle decorators paintbrush exclusively for applying pumice and sandarac. ROOM REQUIREMENTS / EQUIPMENT: CD player & speakers capable of good volume levels, or PC speakers plus sub-woofer that I can conect to my laptop; Mortar and Pestle (for grinding Gum Sandarac)
2 days. Level: Intermediate- Advanced. Max. 20 students HOW TO GO ABOUT BOOKING A WORKSHOP
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