Description
When
Saturday, 8th February 2020
9:30am – 13:00pm
Where
Adele Catherine, Bellevue Campus, 5 Bellevue Rd, Kloof, Durban
Level
Beginner
About
Love seeing all those beautiful hand drawn, brush lettered quotes on Instagram and Pinterest? This brush lettering workshop is your chance to learn how to create that magic yourself!
This course is for you if…
• you just want to attend an inspiring event that’s out of the norm to gain a new skill and meet new like-minded people while having fun
• you’d like to find a new de-stressing activity
• you aren’t in a creative field but love making stuff, getting crafty and learning new skills
• you’re in a creative field and are looking to increase your skills and up your game to take your work to the next level
• you’re in a creative day job but don’t have time to be creative on your own – this will help reignite your creative spark
No prior experience required!
Course outline
• A brief introduction to watercolours, brush lettering, and overview of the workshop
• Explanation of the different tools, products and uses
• Demonstration of techniques
• Brief demonstration of “fauxligraphy” – quick fake calligraphic lettering done with normal pens
• Warm up and practice while learning how to use your tools and the techniques to achieve the right look
• Moving from practicing shapes to working with letterforms and words
• Working on your chosen phrase (which you’ll choose beforehand) to create a complete mini brush lettered composition for yourself, with a demonstration and explanation of how to lay out your phrase to make it work well as a poster/art piece
What’s included
• A watercolour brush lettering starter kit worth R480, if you choose that option (includes watercolour paint, ink, paint brush, Aquash brush, watercolour paper pad, practice sheets, personalised details)
• A workbook which will contain the main points from the class for you to refer to afterwards, space for your own notes, practice sheets, visual references and guides
What you’ll take away
• A more than basic knowledge of brush lettering and all the tools and techniques you’ll be using
• Practical skills with watercolours and brush lettering to up your game in your personal or professional work
• Your own brush lettered quote piece created with your own hands
• Your brush lettering starter pack of art materials to keep you creating once you leave
• An inspirational experience learning with other like-minded creative individuals
What past attendees have said about this workshop
“Fathima’s brush lettering workshop is a class worth attending. You will take home a new DIY skill you never had before and an amazing kit to keep you going. Great location, meet fun people and be inspired by the buzz this fun creative workshop gives you.” – Melanie
“Would definitely recommend… never thought I would leave and actually be able to do it myself without any guidance by the end! Going to be my new “me time” skill.” – Amber
“I loved the workshop and would highly recommend it. For a defined rating I’d give it 10 out of 10. The guidance and preparation up to an including the workshop was efficient and effective. You knew exactly what to expect before the workshop and it definitely met all my expectations. Fathima was a friendly, approachable and wonderful instructor. For me it was an opportunity to explore my creative side a little more and learn a new skill. I loved every single moment of it! It was a Saturday morning well spent and I definitely am going to make sure I practice my new skill. If anyone is worried that they’re not creative or artsy enough, do not fear, this workshop is for everyone!” – Sameera
“I found it an amazing experience to be alone and focus on doing something totally out of my comfort zone. There’s no judgement only support and encouragement. It was an amazing experience.” – Bhavani
“I really enjoyed the workshop and the people attending with me. It was so lovely to start off with a beautiful bag with my name in hand lettering. I felt inspired and so happy that I had the opportunity to be there. I have always loved doing creative things, but have not made it a priority for many many years. This is about to change! Thank you so much for the inspiration and amazing morning.” – Marelize
“It was so worth it. I loved every minute. I was so surprised at what I could do in a short space of time. Loved seeing the development of my skills through the morning. I had never tried water colours before, and just loved getting to know how they work. I always thought I wasn’t creative, but after the course, I am excited to explore this new side of me that you helped me to discover. My favourite part was working on mastering the basics, it was so challenging, but that feeling of progress was amazing. Creating the final piece was stressful, but that is more me and my issues :). I am proud of myself. Thank you.” – Bryony
Instructor: Fathima Kathrada
After over ten years in the creative industry, I’m excited to be able to share the skills I’ve gained and crafted with others who’d like to be able to create beautiful things, while bringing people together for an inspiring, and some say therapeutic, experience.
I can’t wait to see you there! 🙂
If paying via bank transfer, please make sure to pay on the same day that you book as this confirms your booking.Â
Photos by Niamh Walsh-Vorster (and the less profesh ones by me 😉
