You don't have to be a graphic designer to achieve the gorgeous hand-lettering that you see in logos, cards and even T-shirts! Designer Adam Vicarel uses a step-by-step approach to teach you how to create your own stunning designs using simple materials that you probably already have at home.
Hand-Lettering for Beginners
Designer Adam Vicarel uses a step-by-step approach to teach you how to create your own gorgeous hand-lettering using simple materials that you probably already have at home.
Overview
About
Denver-based designer Adam Vicarel fuses classic design principles with fine art techniques, bringing a unique aesthetic through the use of lettering, typography and illustration. He is a regular adventure seeker, and his work is often a clear derivative of his passion for new cultures and experiences. Adam has a BFA in Visual Communication Design from the University of Dayton.
01: Starting a Project
Meet Adam and start by reviewing the key terms you'll be using throughout class to increase your understanding of hand-lettering as a practice. After that, Adam leads you through some warm-up exercises.
31 min
02: Tracing & Transferring
Adam shares techniques to help you refine your sketch and achieve a clean tracing of your final design. Find out how to transfer your design to paper and get tips on making adjustments to your letterforms.
12 min
03: Inking & Variations
Adam walks you through inking your design, then shares various options for enhancing it, both around and inside the text.
17 min
04: Working With Multiple Words
Get started on your second project: a design that involves drawing multiple words. Adam takes you through the design considerations, and shows you how to create a composition that works with the meaning of the phrase.
26 min
05: Multiple Typographic Styles
Once you're comfortable combining multiple words, focus on combining type styles. Adam shares a few different approaches to help you think of your words as shapes and create a design that's interesting, yet cohesive.
16 min
06: Finishing & Surface Options
End class by tracing, transferring and inking your final design. Take a look at a variety of different surfaces to which you can transfer your design and complete it, including a wall!
14 min
