Foundational Hand Traditional Calligraphy

🎨 Foundational Hand Traditional Calligraphy: Master the Art of Bookhand with Mary-Jane Roussel

🚀 Course Headline: Dive into the Elegance of Foundational Hand, also known as Bookhand or the Formal Manuscript – a style that's both timeless and versatile!

📘 Course Description:

Are you ready to embark on a typographical odyssey? This comprehensive course will guide you through the intricate strokes of Foundational Hand, a cornerstone of traditional calligraphy. As the great Edward Johnston once said, "If you master the round hand, you'll find learning other scripts, whether they are straight or sloping, relatively easy." With this in mind, we'll embark on a journey that starts with the basics and progresses to mastery of this beautiful script.

Why Foundational Hand?

• Versatility: Once you've grasped the essence of this style, you'll find it easier to learn others.
• Timelessness: Foundational Hand has been used for centuries, making it a timeless skill.
• Functionality: Beyond aesthetics, you'll be able to write addresses and numbers with grace and precision.

📝 Course Breakdown:

1. Introduction & Setup:

   • Understanding the tools and materials you'll need.
   • Setting up your workspace for success.

2. Warm-Up Exercises:

   • Getting your hand (and pen) ready to flow.

3. Letter-by-Letter Mastery:

   • A structured approach to learning the alphabet, focusing on similar strokes together.
   • Detailed guidance on drawing each letter in both lowercase and uppercase forms.
   • Special attention to number writing within the Foundational Hand style.

4. Practice Makes Perfect:

   • Work through samplers to refine your skills.
   • Memorize the flow of each stroke with a pangramme – a sentence designed for calligraphy practice that includes every letter in the alphabet.

5. Hands-On Projects:

   • Two simple projects to apply your new skills and showcase your progress.

6. Final Thoughts & Next Steps:

   • A brief discussion on where to go from here, whether you're a novice or looking to refine your technique.

🎓 Key Takeaways:

• A deep understanding of the Foundational Hand, also known as Bookhand or the Formal Manuscript.
• The ability to write the entire alphabet and numbers in this elegant style.
• Practical experience with two mini projects to demonstrate your newfound skills.

📚 Who is this course for? This course is designed for:

• Beginners eager to explore the world of traditional calligraphy.
• Intermediate calligraphers looking to add a classical style to their repertoire.
• Anyone interested in beautiful handwriting and its history, from enthusiasts to artists.

🎉 Enroll Now & Transform Your Calligraphic Skills!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn this foundational script that has stood the test of time. Join Mary-Jane Roussel in this enriching journey and start writing with elegance and confidence today! 📚✍️