Introduction to Hebrew Calligraphy

Create timeless letterforms by experimenting with calligraphy materials and exploring this ancient yet contemporary language

• Introduction
• Learning the Basics
• Composing the Text: Drawing Guidelines and Applying Ink
• Additional Tips
• Final project

The Hebrew alphabet combines proportion and space to achieve beautiful and timeless letterforms. Hebrew scribe and soferet Allison Barclay uses it to create everything from wedding contracts to exhibition pieces. She became the first woman in 250 years to be certified to write the bible the ritual way and also teaches Hebrew lettering to others.

In this online course, she guides you through the process of writing the letters of this ancient yet contemporary language. Learn the fundamental techniques needed to create a short text in black ink using Hebrew Square Script, and point the vowels in gold. Discover the mystery of this fascinating language and preserve an ancient art form.

• About Me
• Influences
• Materials
• The Hebrew Alphabet
• Feeling the Bones of the Hebrew Alef-Bet
• Spacing and Pacing: The Key to Beautiful Writing
• The Layout Draft
• The Black Ink Layout 1
• The Black Ink Layout 2
• The Black Ink Layout 3
• Working on the Vowels 1
• Working on the Vowels 2
• How to Use a Feather for Calligraphy
• Advice for Furthering Your Practice
• Introduction to Hebrew Calligraphy