CXC 2021: Talk & Teach: Hand Lettering Fundamentals
Cartoonist and educator Emi Gennis will discuss key principles of designing letters, the application of lettering in comics, and methods of lettering using traditional techniques. Using examples from her own work, she will walk you through the process of creating letters by hand, and describe her approach to designing text that amplifies storytelling. Gennis teaches at the Columbus College of Art & Design, where she is Associate Professor of Comics & Narrative Practice and regularly offers courses in hand lettering to her students. Virtual programming from CXC 2021 (https://cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org)
Cartoonist and educator Emi Gennis will discuss key principles of designing letters, the application of lettering in comics, and methods of lettering using traditional techniques. Using examples from her own work, she will walk you through the process of creating letters by hand, and describe her approach to designing text that amplifies storytelling. Gennis teaches at the Columbus College of Art & Design, where she is Associate Professor of Comics & Narrative Practice and regularly offers courses in hand lettering to her students. Virtual programming from CXC 2021 (https://cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org)