The Foundation alphabet was aptly named by Edward Johnston, as it is based on Carolingian, an early Humanist Roman hand which became the “foundation” for a calligraphy revival in the early 1900’s. 

Foundation Meets Bone begins with a study of this beautiful, strong, round Foundation alphabet and then morphs into the Bone alphabet which was the brain child of Jacqueline Svaren as an exercise to loosen up the rigid pen holds and stiff hands of her students which ultimately created a wild, amorphous, sexy alphabet.
Bone is also based on the very formal Carolingian, and manipulated to the MAX!

Be prepared to learn to walk all over again.  Doing this alphabet is like nothing you’ve ever done before.  The beautiful thing that happens once you master these manipulated letters, is that this skill integrates into your other alphabets and gives them that life and bounce that you admire, but were not quite sure how to get into your own. 

We will spend four 2-hour sessions on learning Foundational and Bone lettering styles. Homework and practice between sessions is recommended to get the most out of this series. Each session will be recorded for viewing up to 30 days after the course.

FEB 02, 2021 - 10:00am - 12:00pm Pacific Time
FEB 09, 2021 - 10:00am - 12:00pm Pacific Time
FEB 16, 2021 - 10:00am - 12:00pm Pacific Time
FEB 23, 2021 - 10:00am - 12:00pm Pacific Time
Time Conversion Table

 

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COMPUTER CONNECTION TO ZOOM software or app,
must be installed on a computer, tablet or phone.

SUPPLY LIST

• Speedball C-2 pen
• At least 1 large pen – prefer Automatic pen – size # 3A or 4A or comparable Luthis or Parallel pens or other large pen
•  Ink – Pelikan 4001 any color, Walnut Ink or Bister inks. 
            Don’t buy pre-mixed Walnut – make your own from crystals.
• Inkwell – large enough for your large pen
  
• Grid pad 8 x 8 (squares to the inch) – any size, that doesn’t bleed is fine –
• Tools to rule paper – your choice (ideal – T-square & Ames Lettering Guide 
• Prang Watercolor set – or other “semi-moist” pan watercolor set – or tube watercolor and a palette
• Mixing brushes
• Water pot
• Paper towels or rag
• Pointed brush - #1 or #2 – doesn’t have to be sable – but one that comes to a good point – Winsor-Newton Sceptre Series are good and reasonable
• Fine line, light-colored marking pen (i.e. Micron) in a color that contrasts to your ink color
• Pencil/pen for Note taking
• Notebook or Pad for notes
• Handouts*
  

$110 TUITION INCLUDES:
•  Four, Live 2-hour online sessions via Zoom online platform.
   Recordings will be available for 30 days following each session.
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*Handouts are available to all students via download.
An optional Bound Book of handouts (38 pages)
is available for only $10 (includes postage).
The bound book must be ordered by Jan 24 to allow at least 1 week for delivery, to arrive by class time. Orders after Jan 24th are subject to delivery during or after class.

LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR CLASS - 2 FEB 2021

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Questions? Please contact Carrie. Visit her website at Carrie Designs.

Refund Policy
Due to the nature of programming, no refunds are available for this course.
All sessions will be recorded for viewing for 30 days after the end of class.

Register Now!(Register on a computer is recommended for best experience)

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ABOUT CARRIE

 
I’ve had a love affair with Calligraphy since 1977, studying with some of the best teachers in the world.  Following completion of a certificate program in graphic art and design, I started a freelance calligraphy and design business, and have worked as a Calligrapher for the County of Los Angeles.  I have exhibited in the Brand Library, The Los Angeles Folk Art Museum and nationwide.

My teaching career began at Brandes Art Institute in 1983 and I have taught ongoing classes and workshops locally for the Los Angeles Society for Calligraphy, Hughes Aircraft, RAND Corporation, Viva Gallery, and nationally at Calligraphy conferences and for guilds across the country.

    ROME: HBO TV Series
    JOBS Movie (Ashton Kutcher)
    Luther Vandross (singer)
    The Society of Operating Cameramen
    RAND Corporation
    Levi Strauss International (logo)
    Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA
    Jonsson Cancer Center, UCLA
    Occidental Petroleum Company

I am also past President of the Society for Calligraphy of Los Angeles, where I have found much satisfaction and some of my best friends. We have visiting lecturers and teachers from all over the world.

I thought I had it good when I found Calligraphy, but I found my true passion when I saw the light go on in a student’s eyes. I receive continuing support and confidence from my loving husband, Hideo and wonderful son, Christopher. Life is good.