Exploring Letterform
Type has Form
Create a series of large letterform drawings using the letters supplied as a visual reference. Work at a large scale using either white or brown butcher paper (freely available in the design building). You can work directly on a wall or angle your desk up high. Loosen up and engage your arm and body to sketch out your letter. You should not attempt an exact replica with tightly drawn outlines (that’s the final exercise), but try to translate the formal qualities of your letter in a new and beautiful drawing. Look closely at your letter’s stroke weights, counterforms (the negative white spaces within the letter) and overall shape. Pencil, pen, charcoal, marker or paint (or any mark making tool you'd like to explore) are all allowed (no color!), so go for it and loosen up!
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Section 2:
Bring three drawings to class Wednesday.
Section 1:
Bring three drawings to class Friday.
IF YOU ARE USING CHARCOAL, PLEASE SPRAY-FIX YOUR WORK!
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