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Juicy Script Lettering Workshop + Guidebook + Workbook

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$169.00

Juicy Script Lettering Recorded Workshop + Guidebook + Workbook

Expand your lettering skills by adding thick and juicy scripts to your range of styles. Great for eager beginners and experienced artists.

NOTE: This is a recording of the Juicy Script Lettering conducted on March 2, 2024. You will receive the PDF guidebook, PDF workbook and a link to the Zoom recording via email within 24-48 hours after checkout (available after March 4, 2024). To view the recording, you need to provide the email address associated with your Zoom account. You will have unlimited access to the recording until the link expires on May 1, 2024.

One ticket per individual–not for use with groups of more than one person or in classrooms. For group rates, please contact us directly.

PLEASE READ: By signing up to view this recording you agree to the *Terms and Conditions listed below. Taxes may apply. Unfortunately, we cannot offer non-profit tax exemptions at this time. Ensure your email address is correct before you complete purchase.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Bold full-bodied script is one of the most popular and versatile styles of hand-lettering. Its eye-catching cursive forms are perfect for adding warmth and personality to both personal pieces and commercial projects—including logos, brand identities, advertisements, packaging, and more. Yet, hefty script shapes and connecting strokes can be tricky to draw successfully. In this fun and informative online workshop, you'll learn how to skillfully construct and compose attention-getting script lettering. I'll guide you through each step of the creative process—from articulating the details of curvy contours, to creating head-turning hand-lettered layouts. Packed with loads of insightful information, this comprehensive class is great for letterers, designers, illustrators, and artists of all skills levels who want make confident and curvaceous script letterforms with style.

Students will begin by gaining a firm foundation in the roots of connecting cursive letters. We’ll review the common structures of lowercase forms and investigate various ways to join them, before delving into their uppercase counterparts. After understanding how to properly construct heavyweight script letters, you’ll learn to size and space them effectively. Finally, we’ll explore strategies for creating complex compositions, and modifying outlines to provide even more personality. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, aspiring letterer, or casual enthusiast, you’ll learn hands-on methods to maximize script in a variety of applications.

Sketch along with me as I explain these concepts and many more during an in-depth instructional presentation and interactive drawing demonstration. You'll also receive an illustrated PDF guidebook and workbook filled with detailed info and helpful diagrams for extra guidance.

Total class time is 4+ hours.

In this class, you’ll learn:
• How to draw juicy script lettering with confidence and style
• The origins and proper construction of connecting script letters
• The relationship between unique varieties of script styles
• The proper sizing and spacing of well-proportioned script letters
• How to avoid mistakes commonly made in script lettering
• Techniques for modifying the contours of bold script forms
• Hands-on drawing methods for creating well-made, jaw-dropping script lettering
• How to get the most out of script lettering in various design settings

This workshop is ideal for:
• Beginners and amateur artists interested in establishing good practices for drawing bold script lettering
• Experienced letterers looking to expand their range of styles to include heavyweight scripts
• Students who have taken my other workshops and are ready to add to their skill set
• Designers who desire a deeper understanding of script letters to inform their font selection, type pairing, and personal work
• Art directors who want to be able to confidently hire skilled lettering artists, and improve their communication with professional letterers
• Illustrators and other artists who are curious about the details of script letter construction and production

I'll give lettering demonstrations on an iPad using Procreate, but you can also use these tools if you want to draw along with me:
• pencils and a pencil sharpener
• an eraser
• tracing paper
• grid/graph paper
• a ruler
• a computer or other electronic device, a reliable internet connection, plus a Zoom account to join the live online meeting and to watch the video recording
• access to a printer if you want to refer to a hard copy of the PDF guidebook
• a copy of my Lettering Manual is strongly recommended
• Although I'll be drawing in Procreate on an iPad, the limited timeframe will not allow for hardware or software instruction.

*TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TICKET PURCHASE:

1. Ownership and Usage Rights: By registering for access to this recording, you hereby agree to the following stipulations:
a. Individual Use Only: The playback of this recording is exclusively intended for the individual who has purchased a ticket and is strictly prohibited for collective, corporate, or educational group use.
b. Restricted Use of Workshop Materials: All PDF workshop materials, including guidebooks and/or workbooks, are designated solely for personal use and must not be disseminated, duplicated, in part or in whole, or otherwise shared. You are authorized to produce one single copy for your own personal reference.
c. Ownership of Workshop Materials the Juicy Script PDF guidebook and PDF workbook is the exclusive property of Ken Barber.

2. Refund Policy: Due to the nature of this digital product, no refunds will be provided after purchase. It is imperative that you ensure your capability to access a reliable internet connection for viewing the workshop and receiving the PDF materials.

3. Access Expiration Date: Access to viewing the workshop will expire on May 1, 2024.

4. No Guarantee of Success or Profit: You acknowledge and agree that there is no guarantee of the ticket purchaser reaching a level of success or that you will gain any professional profit by viewing this workshop and using the class materials.

5. Non-Acceptance of Terms: Should you decline to acknowledge and abide by these terms, please do not purchase a ticket for this recording.

6. Group Use: If you require access for a group or intend to employ this material in a collective setting, please contact us to discuss group rates and request authorization for such usage.

By proceeding with the purchase of a ticket, you affirm your understanding and consent to the aforementioned terms and conditions.