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Elmo van Slingerland - Capitalis Quadrata: The Quirky Capital - Aug 12 & 26

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This class is not hosted by John Neal Books. Please contact the instructor for more information.

Live (Also recorded for later viewing)


8/12/2023, 8/26/2023
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CEST (Amsterdam time)

All Skill Levels
 
Class Cost: 80 euros
 

Registration Contact Email: elmovanslingerland@gmail.com

The Capitalis Quadrata, also known as Roman square capitals, is a style of ancient Roman lettering epitomized by the 4th century Codex Vergilius Augusteus. In this workshop, we will use this manuscrip…

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The Capitalis Quadrata, also known as Roman square capitals, is a style of ancient Roman lettering epitomized by the 4th century Codex Vergilius Augusteus. In this workshop, we will use this manuscript as a springboard to interpret the letters and create contemporary variants. With its distinct characteristics—high contrast between the thicks and thins and a significant range of pen-turning—it can be a fun and rewarding challenge to take on. The Roman square capitals are a pleasure to write and combine very well with other scripts—and it is much less intimidating and challenging to write than the monumental Roman capitals written with a broad nib. Don't miss the chance to learn this quirky capital hand, rarely taught today. Join us for this online calligraphy workshop with Capitals Quadrata in two 90-minute sessions. Classes will be held in English via Zoom. Live sessions will be recorded for online viewing up to two months after the last day of the workshop. After each session, students will have time to practice, ask questions on the class forum, and submit homework for feedback. Sessions are on August 12 and August 26, 2023—from 7 to 8:30 PM CEST (Amsterdam time).

Capitalis Quadrata: The Quirky Capital
Elmo van Slingerland
 
Live (Also recorded for later viewing)

8/12/2023, 8/26/2023
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CEST (Amsterdam time)

All Skill Levels
 
Class Cost: 80 euros
 
Class Contact Email (if different from above): elmovanslingerland@gmail.com

Registration Contact Email: elmovanslingerland@gmail.com
 
Supply List:
 
• Broad-edged pens: ±3 mm and some smaller and larger sizes. You can use the brand of your preference. (N09, N04, N02)
• If you already own a large format pen (such as an Automatic pen), it would be great to have that on hand as well. (N27)
• Layout paper, preferably A3 size or 11 x 17 inches. (P09-50, P32)
• Water-based black ink (my preference is Pelikan 4001), as long as it doesn’t bleed or spread. (I04)
• A (mechanical) pencil, HB (PL21)
• Ruler (S271)
• Rag

Optional materials for making a completed piece:
• A sheet or two of good paper of your preference, such as Ingres or watercolour paper (minimal size 11 x 17 inch / A3 size). (PS22-WHI)
• A good brand watercolour or gouache (Winsor & Newton, Talens, etc.). Two or three colours of your preference. (I153, WNG1)
• A simple palette (S679)
• A brush to mix paint (BR43)
• Water jar (S1005)
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