Workshop Schedule
Thursday
Flourishing Fundamentals to Apply to Any Script
WHEN: July 25, 2024
WHERE: Portland State University
TIME: 8:30am – 11:30am
LEADERS: Aspacia Kusulas
Description:
Flourishes are more than mere decoration: they're graceful extensions of letter strokes, adding charm and elegance to your designs. Explore the fundamental elements and logic behind creating successful flourishes. Learn how to analyze and deconstruct existing flourishes, gaining a deeper understanding of form and balance.
Throughout the session, various types of flourishes, uncovering their historical references and usages will be reviewed. From classic to contemporary styles, you'll discover that flourishes aren't just pretty; they're essential elements that enhance interest and visual appeal.
You'll be able to craft unique flourishes, ready to elevate your calligraphy practice, lettering pieces, or type projects. Experiment with various tools and lettering styles, and discover the art of creating flourishes that not only look good but also add depth and character to your designs.
COST: $100
Limited to 12 participants
Hangeul and Kana Card Games
WHEN: July 25, 2024
WHERE: Revolution Hall
TIME: 8:30am – 11:30am
LEADERS: Alice J Lee, Neil Summerour
Description:
Learning a new language opens up a whole new world and culture, and alphabets and syllabaries are accessible writing systems that connect the sounds of the language to a visual symbol, making the learning of a new language easier. In this workshop, we will learn about the Korean alphabet and the Japanese hiragana and katakana syllabaries. To emphasize the visual representation of sound, we will design letterforms of fun examples of onomatopoeia. Onomatopoeia is a word formed based on a sound associated with what is named. For example “sizzle,” “woof,” and “bam.” Empowered with new language and cultural knowledge, we will design and print a set of playing cards (drinking game!) and enjoy Japanese and Korean adult beverages and snacks.
Please indicate any dietary restrictions
COST: $100Limited to 12
Limited to 12 participants
Friday
GlyphsCrit
WHEN: July 25, 2024
WHERE: TBD
TIME: 8:30am – 11:30am
LEADERS: Rainer Scheichelbauer, Alanna Munro, Zenab Bastawala
Description:
Give us your .glyphs files and we will devour them and show to the world what you should have done differently. Like a type crit, but with .glyphs files, plus useful insights in font production. Alanna, Zenab and Rainer will dissect your file, live in front of everybody watching. Hint: anonymize your .glyphs files first and send them to res at glyphsapp period com, subject ‘GlyphsCrit’, or put them on the memory stick that will make the round through the room.
COST: $10
Limited to 12 participants
Brush Pen Variations
WHEN: July 26, 2024
WHERE: Portland State University
TIME: 8:30am – 11:30am
LEADERS: Aspacia Kusulas
Description:
The brush pen stands as a versatile tool, enabling the creation of expressive calligraphy across various styles, from classical to contemporary. Explore the fundamentals of the brush pen, drawing inspiration from historical italic letterforms.
Master single strokes and refine control over the brush's dynamics. Construct a lowercase alphabet, form words, and craft short texts. Then, by manipulating its flexibility and sensitivity to pressure, crate strokes with finesse, achieving diverse weights and thicknesses and many more variations creating unique, expressive styles.
By embracing the simplicity and organic essence of brush writing, hone your ability to discern subtle nuances in calligraphy, gaining insights to translate them into lettering pieces and other letterform projects.
COST: $100
Limited to 12 participants
Type Crit
WHEN: July 27, 2024
WHERE: Revolution Hall
TIME: 8:30am – 11:40am
LEADERS: Glenda Bellarosa, John Downer, Gen Ramírez
Description:
Format Change!
Part 1:
Includes the traditional Analog Type Crit
Part 2:
Font Diagnostics You will be emailed prior to the Crit to submit a PDF and OTF font files. Your PDF will be projected for audience observation. Please bring at least 4 printed copies of your Typeface. Your OTFs will be scanned and a report ready for discussion during the Crit.
COST: FREE
Limited to 12
8 Participants, 4 Waitlisted