Visigothic is a medieval script that originated in Spain and Portugal and was in use from 8th to late 11th century. We will start by examining traditional manuscripts so as to get an understanding of the script’s specific letterforms and their characteristics and then, design a version suitable for modern usage. We will create practical projects using this script. To join the class, you just need to have learnt any script using a chisel-shaped calligraphy nib.

DELIVERY MODE

• Online

COURSE OUTLINE

• Exploring the script history
• Studying the characteristics of the script
• Comparing the various letterforms
• Analyse a manuscript’s letterforms
• Learning to write an alphabet relative to the original style
• Design a version more relevant for modern usage
• Create a small project

LEARNING OUTCOMES

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

1. Understand the position of the script in the history alphabets
2. Analyse the manuscript’s letterforms
3. Understand how to analyse the script’s characteristics
4. Write the Visigothic script in a traditional manner
5. Design an alphabet for modern usage

MATERIALS LIST

• 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 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.