There are a wide variety of medieval hands and we will be looking at one of the scripts that developed from Gothic's austere forms. A more cursive script from this period which has a flowing quality. The large highly flourished capitals are particularly elaborate and ornamental and contain forms called 'cadels' which are a style developed from the 15th century on. We will study manuscripts of the period to obtain an understanding of the script and comparisons of the various forms will also be made. This will be followed by a practical project. To join this course, you just need to have learnt one script using a chisel-shaped calligraphy nib.

DELIVERY MODE

• Online

   

COURSE OUTLINE

• Introduction to the Medieval script

• Study the scripts historical background.

• Learn to write a lowercase alphabet.

• Experiment with an uppercase alphabet and its cadels

• Combine the decorative uppercase letters with lowercase letters.

• Apply basic layout and design principles to the practical project

   

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Write a Medieval script.

2. Study medieval manuscripts in relation to the script.

3. Produce cadels to your own designs.

4. Understand how to combine decorative letters with the script.

    

MATERIALS LIST

• Square-edged calligraphy nibs and usual calligraphic equipment

   

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.

ART SUPPLY STOCKISTS

• The Art Scene, UNSW Art & Design Campus, Greens Rd Paddington NSW. Ph: 8815 1569
• Eckersley’s Art and Craft Store 223-225 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, Ph: 02 9331 2166.
• Bondi Road Art Supplies 179 Bondi Road Bondi. Ph: 9387 3746. (Closed Fridays and Sundays)
• Eckersley’s Art and Craft Store 93 York Street Sydney, Ph: 02 9299 4151. Also at North Sydney, St Leonards, Chatswood, Caringbah, Parramatta & more.

Enquire at your art shop for a Student’s Discount with your WEA course receipt.