Retro Hand-Lettering: Embracing Imperfections
A course by Jay Roeder , Illustrator and Hand-Lettering Artist
Joined September 2021
Learn lettering techniques to create original compositions composed of words, letters, and phrases that reflect your personal style
Learn lettering techniques to create original compositions composed of words, letters, and phrases that reflect your personal style
Joined September 2021
Imperfections are what make your work unique, giving it character and personality. That is the approach of illustrator Jay Roeder, who welcomes imperfections in his hand-lettering compositions, which are inspired by 1980s technology and music. Jay, who has worked for brands such as Nike, Hilton and Subway, has also published three books about lettering in which he shares his expertise.
In this online course, he teaches you to design simple lettering compositions with words, phrases, and graphics. Step by step, you will learn the process to create lettering illustrations with confidence, and define your own artistic style. Forget computer fonts and embrace the perfect imperfections of hand-lettering.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 25 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (33)
- 1,602 students
- 15 lessons (2h 34m)
- 25 additional resources (9 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
ProcreateWhat is this course's project?
Create a hand-lettering composition within an illustration.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in learning how to create hand-lettering, from beginners to more experienced artists.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of lettering would be helpful, but is not essential.
As for the materials, you just need an iPad and Procreate, but you can also use a pencil, pen, and a sketchbook.
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A course by Jay Roeder
Jay Roeder is a freelance illustrator who specializes in hand-lettering. From a young age, he was always passionate about art. In college, he studied graphic design and illustration, and after graduating, he started working in different design agencies, handling projects for a range of international brands. In 2012, he decided to quit his job to focus on hand-lettering.
Since then, he has worked with brands such as Nike, Hilton, and Subway, and agencies on branding, packaging, books and magazine covers, ad campaigns, and murals. He has also written three books on hand lettering: 100 Days of Lettering, Lettering Alphabets & Artwork, and Harry Potter Hand Lettering.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Hand Lettering
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Hand Lettering Process and Styles
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Warm-up Exercises
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Hand Lettering Within Shapes
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Inspiration and Research
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U3
Creating Hand Lettering within an Illustration
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Wireframes
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Rough Sketch
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Refined Sketch
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Ink and Color 1
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Ink and color 2
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Texture and Offset Styling
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U4
Additional Tips
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Working with Clients
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Social Media for Growth
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Digitizing Your Lettering
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FP
Final project
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Retro Hand-Lettering: Embracing Imperfections
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thomasupernova
jay knows what he’s doing and did it well! 👍
info
Wanted to do this one for a while. I've had Jay's book for ages and this course didn't disappoint.
seitz.m
This course was extremely helpful. I have a new sense of confidence in my lettering technique. My lettering has drastically improved.
death_or_colour
This course is very recomendable! i am atextile designer and need to start from scratch with handlettering so i think its really good explained :) have fun !!
asrtuit
Muy bueno. Un estilo de lettering fácil, divertido y espontáneo: es igual que las líneas queden un poco torcidas, o las letras algo desalineadas. Al contrario, es mejor. Y sin perder el tiempo en demasiados rollos técnicos de tipografía
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