GRD 301 Lettering Arts

Fall/Spring

This course introduces the Graphic Design or Fine Art Student to the methods, techniques, media, process and history of the creation and production of the handmade letterform. The purpose of the course is to allow students to take the knowledge of drawing, design and concept they already have and use it to create work that is primarily typographic in nature. It will help the student to realize the influence of the handmade letterform on classic and contemporary typography. Students will learn to produce the traditional forms of Roman and cursive calligraphy with pen and ink, and more expressive forms with the brush. Emphasis will be on creative concept, excellent drawing and superior craft. Prerequisite: GRD 200.

3 credit hours