Monday, August 9, 2021

Society of Scribes Workshop - Brush Lettering

 

The Italic Brush Lettering workshop was taught by Massimo Pollelo. I watched the video several times and took notes.  I'm transferring my notes to my art journal using the Sketchnote technique I have mentioned before.

Massimo recommended using a Winsor Newton series 995 3/4 in. flat brush. He liked this brush because it keeps a crisp edge while remaining flexible. I had a Sceptre Gold II 1/4 in. (6mm) flat brush and that's what I used. The brush requires a different grip which was a little awkward to get used to after working with a steel nib for so long. But the awkwardness will fade with practice.
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  1. robin cox walshAugust 9, 2021 at 10:23 AM

    Don't ya' just hate it when you try a technique you know so well, with a new tool, and you feel like a you're using someone else's hands???? Looks like you nailed it though! :D

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    1. CJ KennedyAugust 9, 2021 at 11:39 AM

      😺 That's a good description. In my case it felt like everyone was using a brush and I was using a brick.

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  2. Valerie-JaelAugust 9, 2021 at 10:54 AM

    Looks like a good course, and a good way to take notes with visual and written information. Have a great day, Valerie

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    1. CJ KennedyAugust 9, 2021 at 11:39 AM

      I really like the sketchnote technique for reference.

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  3. sandyAugust 9, 2021 at 3:37 PM

    Lettering - learning lettering and all that entails ..which I really have no idea - looks so interesting. I imagine that course was inspiring.

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    1. CJ KennedyAugust 9, 2021 at 5:05 PM

      It was a 45 min. online workshop, well, more like a demonstration. Very inspiring to see a master work with a flat brush.

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  4. Divers and SundryAugust 9, 2021 at 3:54 PM

    Fascinating. I've found brushes difficult when trying to do anything precise. You have a lot of talent.

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  5. My name is Erika.August 9, 2021 at 8:12 PM

    I hope you share your sketch notes. I used to have the kids do these for homework sometimes, taking class notes and making sketch notes from them. So they can be used in lots of situations, and I'd like to see how you do yours. Hope you had a super day.

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  6. Bleubeard and ElizabethAugust 9, 2021 at 8:47 PM

    This is all Greek calligraphy to me (grin)! You are still a genius with whatever tool you are using.

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  7. Rajani RehanaAugust 10, 2021 at 7:05 AM

    Great post

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  8. The PadreAugust 10, 2021 at 8:58 PM

    Pure Fluidity

    Cheers

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  9. Magic Love CrowSeptember 1, 2021 at 3:39 PM

    You're so talented! Big Hugs!

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