A typographic mural uses words to produce a stunning and highly communicative piece of art. In Chalk Lettering, Annica Lydenberg will take you through the process of completing a large-scale installation as she creates a chalk mural on-site at CreativeLive's San Francisco headquarters.
Beyond being artistically gratifying, chalk lettering is an in-demand service that can strengthen your client work. In Chalk Lettering, you'll learn the many ways to turn a small sketch or a computer-designed piece into something on a wall. Annica will discuss methods for creating both temporary and long-lasting chalk murals and demonstrate freehand sketching and grid mapping.
You'll learn:
- How to prepare your surface
- Multiple options for transferring an image to a wall
- Techniques for stylizing letterforms
- The pros and cons of chalk, conte crayons, and paint markers
Annica will help you develop a system for choosing type styles that work well together while reinforcing the message of your mural. She'll also discuss the benefits of chalk and how practice makes the process less daunting over time.
