April and May 2024 In-Person Meetings – Gothic Textura With Emmanuel Buron

Our April and May meetings are in person!

April 24 – Gothic Textura – Minuscules
May 22 – Gothic Textura – Majuscules

Emmanuel Buron is a freelance calligrapher and graphic designer operating out of Studio Emmanuel Buron in
Delta, B.C. This talented calligrapher will help us to explore the captivating world of Gothic Textura – an elegant
and intricate script.

We will focus on minuscules in April and majuscules in May. These programs promise to be an enriching experience,
allowing us to immerse ourselves in the historical roots and
aesthetic beauty of Gothic Textura. As we delve into this
script, we will uncover its unique characteristics. We will
even have time to practice our minuscules before we tackle
the capitals next month.

 

Supply List

  • Please ensure that you have a broad-edged pen,
    such as Brause,Speedball, Automatic pens, or
    Pilot Parallel Pen, etc preferably in a larger size of
    ±3 mm.
  • A round pen holder if you have a Brause or Speedball nibs (facilitates smoother and more effortless pen movements).
  • Two pencils or a mechanical pencil will be necessary.
  • A pointed brush is needed for loading the nib with ink.
  • It is recommended to have layout paper preferably 11 by 17.
    ?Hahnemühle Bamboo sketch paper.
  • For the ink, please use a water-based ink that does not bleed. While colors are optional, it is preferable to use black ink, such as Pelikan 4001, as it complements the Blackletter style.
  • Having a ruler or a T-square will be beneficial for drawing quick guidelines.
  • Masking tape.
  • It is advisable to keep an old cloth or tissue papers nearby.
  • Using a guard sheet or cotton glove is entirely optional.

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