Lowercase Letterform Study: Create a Hand Lettered Quote with Minimal Sketching

Take your favorite song lyrics or quote and transform it into a fun, hand lettered composition using minimal sketching. Learn how to save time when creating a paper to digital lettering piece by combining critical thinking about letterforms with Illustrator magic.

This class is geared towards anyone with a love of lettering and illustration, and a basic understanding of Illustrator. The class is fast-paced, but all crucial steps and tips are included for the software.

This assignment will cover lowercase typography anatomy principles, block hand lettering tips, and tools needed in Illustrator to assemble your digital drawing and add final touches.

• Getting Started
• Gathering Materials
• Lowercase Typography Basics
• Gathering Inspiration and Resources
• Drawing and Minimal Sketching
• Digitizing Part 1: Digitize your letter pieces
• Digitizing Part 2: Complete your letter inventory
• Digitizing Part 3: Colors
• Digitizing Part 4: Final stylistic touches
• Final Words