Neuland Hand is a broad edge typeface designed by Rudolf Koch which we will adapt for both nib and brush calligraphy. Learn with a chisel-shaped nib and brush working to refine your technique based on letter-construction, pen angles and spatial awareness.We will then move onto working with a brush applying the same principles. A Calligraphy kit will be available for purchase from the tutor for $35 so that correct materials can be purchased. Please note that this is not included in course fees nor is the purchase of this kit compulsory.
- Introduction to writing with a chisel-shaped nib and brush by creating strokes that make up the script
- Introduction to Neuland Hand, its style, letter construction and characteristics.
- We will continue to study letter form and spacing and further refine our skills.
- We will use various mediums – ink, gouache, pencil
- We will look at various designs and layouts to create a piece of work
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Write with a chisel shaped nib
- Construct letters of the hands
- Achieve spatial awareness
- Achieve analytical skills for letter form and shape
- Achieve an understanding of design and layout.
Students will need to bring a water jar, rag, pencil and ruler. If you do not wish to purchase the kit from the tutor, you will also need to bring the following:
- A4 or A3 BOND layout pad
- Pen holder – SPEEDBALL or any brand for Broad edge nibs.
- Broad edge nibs 3mm & 2mm (BRAUSE OR SPEEDBALL C) sizes 1 & 3, or a Pilot Paralell Pen
- Chisel brush- ½ inch or similar
- Ink- Black Sumi or Chinese ink
- Ruler, pencil HB
- Water jar, rag
IMPORTANT: Please arrive to the first class with all the relevant materials. A lack of materials is not just a handicap to you but to the ability to teach. Materials cost is not included in a course fee. In the event of a course being cancelled WEA cannot be held responsible for the purchase of any course materials. We therefore suggest you purchase your materials closer to the time of the course commencing.
The following stockists are examples of places where you can purchase art materials for your course:
- Art on King: 199-201 King Street, Newtown. Ph: 9516 2342
- Eckersley's Art and Craft Store: 93 York Street, Sydney. Ph: 9299 4151. Also located in various locations throughout Greater Sydney. WEA students receive a 10% discount on materials required for their course at the York Street store when showing their course confirmation email.
- Parkers Art Supplies: 3 Cambridge Street, The Rocks. Ph: 9247 9979
- The Art Scene: 914 Victoria Road, West Ryde. Ph: 9807 6900
- The Sydney Art Store: 11 Salisbury Street, Botany. Ph: 9699 2162
You can also purchase materials from places such as Dymocks, Officeworks, Spotlight, Lincraft or online art suppliers such as Art Shed Online.
