Intro to Copperplate Calligraphy (Level 1)
Learn solid foundations of Copperplate calligraphy through the entire lower (minuscules) and uppercase (majuscules) alphabet.
- Created by Maria Montes
- 14 hours on-demand video
- Full life-time access
- 12 hands-on lessons!
- Copperplate foundational knowledge
- Personal class notes provided
- No calligraphy experience
- Copperplate lowercase (a-z)
- Visual material list
- Copperplate guidebook (PDF file)
- Weekly suggested homework
- Homework's feedback
What is included in this course?
Here is a short summary of all the content that you will find inside this course.
Course Content
- 33 lessons in total!
- 14:35 hours on-demand video
- 12 Downloads
Intro to Copperplate Calligraphy (Level 1)
- Welcome to my course!
- About your instructor
Materials List
- Copperplate calligraphy materials | Visual List (PDF file)
- Copperplate materials | Visual thoughts
- Preparing your nib, hand positioning and pen pressure
- Right hander set up
- Left hander set up
Handouts
- Copperplate calligraphy guidebook (11 pages)
- Blank guidelines (Din A4)
- Blank guidelines (US Letter)
Class 1 | Copperplate Lowercase (Part 1)
- Copperplate lowercase (Part 1)
- Class 1 | Maria Montes class notes
- Class 1 | Homework suggested
- Class 1 | Homework feedback
Class 2 | Copperplate Lowercase (Part 2)
- Copperplate lowercase (Part 2)
- Class 2 | Maria Montes class notes
- Class 2 | Homework suggested
- Class 2 | Homework feedback
Class 3 | Copperplate Lowercase (Part 1)
- Copperplate capitals (Part 1)
- Class 3 | Maria Montes class notes
- Class 3 | Homework suggested
- Class 3 | Homework feedback
Class 4 | Copperplate Lowercase (Part 2)
- Copperplate capitals (Part 2)
- Class 4 | Maria Montes class notes
- Class 4 | Homework suggested
- Class 4 | Homework feedback
Additional Video Resources
- FAQ: Alternative papers for Copperplate Calligraphy?
- FAQ: Alternative inks for Copperplate Calligraphy?
- FAQ: Alternative nibs for Copperplate Calligraphy?
Writing Words in Copperplate Calligraphy
- Writing words (Part 1)
- Writing words (Part 2)
- Writing words (Part 3)
- Writing words (Part 4)
Description
This Course In A Nutshell
This course has been designed to offer total beginners and intermediate students a very solid foundation of Copperplate calligraphy with an on-going support in their Copperplate calligraphy learning journey.
Course Overview
Using an attention to detail and in-depth approach, students will solidify their Copperplate calligraphy knowledge through out the entire lowercase (minuscules a-z) and uppercase (majuscules A-Z) alphabet. I cannot wait to see what you come up with at the end of this solid introductory course!
Table Of Contents
This course covers the following topics:
- Module 01: Intro to my course and its contents!
- Module 02: Materials + handouts + additional video resources
- Module 03: Copperplate lowercase (First part)
- Module 04: Copperplate lowercase (Second part)
- Module 05: Copperplate capitals (First part)
- Module 06: Copperplate capitals (Second part)
- Module 07: Writing words in Copperplate calligraphy
- Module 08: Additional video resources
What Will You Learn In This Course?
- You will learn to write the entire lowercase (minuscules)
- You will learn the entire uppercase alphabet writing simpler capitals
- Letterform anatomy
- Width versus letter spacing
- The meaning of cursive an ductus
- Slant definition
- Spanglish for sure!
Who Is This Course For?
- Professional graphic designers
- Professional typeface designers
- Graphic design students looking to expand their typographic skill set
- Type design students
- Calligraphers looking to refine their skills
- Anyone with an interest in letters and visual communication
- Anyone looking for a mindful, creative and meditative practice
About Your Instructor
Maria Montes | Calligrapher, Brand & Lettering Designer
Maria Montes is an independent lettering designer and illustrator specialised in branding assets and calligraphy education.
Her multidisciplinary practice expands across brand identity, packaging illustration, custom lettering, calligraphy, fashion, art and culture. She has been teaching calligraphy independently since 2014 including: Copperplate, Italic, Blackletter, Carolingian, Neuland, Roman Capitals and Brush lettering.
Maria studied a Postgraduate Course in Advanced Typography in Barcelona and a Condensed Program in Typeface Design at Type@Cooper in NYC. In 2018 she released her first independent display chromatic font family called Green Fairy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience in calligraphy?
No, this course is designed for total beginners and intermediate students, so existing knowledge in Copperplate calligraphy is not required.
Can I follow the course if I use a different nib from the recommended list?
Yes! You can use the calligraphy nib that works best for you.
You can even follow me with a fine liner or pencil. These tools are not flexible, so you won't obtain contrast, resulting in monoline strokes. This tecnique is great to memorise the letterforms and the starting flow at writing.
Can I follow your course with a Pentel Touch Sign Brush pen?
Yes, you can follow me with this tool as it is pointed and flexible. You'll notice that the challenging strokes will be the thinner ones, in contrast with the metallic nibs being the thick ones.
I recommend using the bigger blank guidelines size, as this brush pen is not as thin as the nib and will work better in bigger sizes.
Can I purchase this course as a gift voucher for a loved one?
Absolutely! Purchase this course and email me the person’s details, and I will create a digital voucher for them.
Can I still do the course as a left hander?
Absolutely yes! In fact, left handers are great calligraphers and you may find easier to follow the angle of the writing in comparison to right handers. Check this video about left hander positioning.
Is the calligraphy course in English?
Yes, and I am more than happy to answer questions and offer feedback in English, Spanish and Catalan.
Do you give personal feedback if we send our practice to you?
Yes, if you send me your homework by email, I'll review it and give you feedback.
Is there a discount if I purchase multiple courses?
I offer a 10% discount to students who have already enrolled in one of my courses. You'll enjoy a life-time access, plus I’m adding additional content every year!
Still have a question?
Reach out and I’ll happily answer any additional questions you may have.
