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Beginners Mini Workshop: Flat Brush Calligraphy

Taller Ceci
  • Exclusive workshop for attendees with a General Pass or Limited Pass.
  • Although Cecilia speaks English, this workshop will be conducted primarily in Spanish.

In this introductory workshop, we will explore the foundations of foundational calligraphy and italic calligraphy with a flat brush.

We will start by understanding the logic behind translation and expansion tools and how they shape the structure of the letter.

We will explore all the parameters at play, such as proportion, weight, contrast, spacing, rhythm, and composition, and how these can be manipulated.

We will understand, with examples, how the practice of calligraphy is a very useful tool for exploring forms in the type design process.

Required materials:

  • 1/2 inch flat brush or equivalent
  • Water-based ink
  • 1 roll of kraft paper (optional)

Instructor

Cecilia del Castillo

Cecilia del Castillo is a Mexican type designer and calligrapher. Before graduating from Type and Media at KABK in the Netherlands, she earned a diploma with Distinction from TypeParis in France and Tipo G in Barcelona, where she has lived and worked independently as a type designer for the past several years. Her work is deeply connected to her roots and her passion for calligraphy, focusing on exploring the intersections between cultural heritage, craftsmanship, calligraphy, and type design. She was recently selected as one of the TDC Ascenders 2023 by the Type Directors Club in New York.

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