Fraktur Calligraphy

1 HOUR

Traditional calligraphy using a 3.8 mm parallel pen or a 4 mm broad nib

78 students

98% POSITIVE RATINGS

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Mary-Jane Roussel

INSTRUCTOR

Fraktur, reminiscent of the English word "fracture," describes a style of calligraphy characterized by letters "broken up" into intricate angles and curves.

Belonging to the Gothic family, which includes Textura Quadrata, Blackletter, and Old English, Fraktur emerged in the 16th century, credited to Albrecht Dürer and Hieronymus Andreae. Though popular until World War II, Fraktur still appears in certain newspapers and ads.

COURSE DETAILS

  • 1 hour on-demand video
  • 22 downloadable resources
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Full lifetime access
  • Certificate of completion

Despite its association with strictness, Fraktur offers vast decorative possibilities, fantasy, and embellishment. The course, tailored for a 3.8 mm parallel pen or a traditional 4mm broad nib, explores the diverse forms and styles of Fraktur, emphasizing its creative potential. Note: This is not recommended for complete beginners; consider starting with Simple Gothic Hand or Foundational Hand before exploring Fraktur.

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What will you learn in this online course?

In this course, you'll master the art of writing Fraktur-style letters in both uppercase and lowercase using a 3.8 mm parallel pen, emphasizing the creation of delicate hairline serifs. The curriculum includes crafting a quote in the distinctive Fraktur calligraphy, offering not just a skill-building experience but also a meditative journey, promoting peace and serenity through the expressive act of calligraphy.

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I really enjoy the detailed instructions and the instructors voice is very calming as well

– Malakhi I.

TESTIMONIALS

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I really enjoy the detailed instructions and the instructors voice is very calming as well

– Malakhi I.

Fraktur Calligraphy

Fraktur falls into the category of Gothic styles of calligraphy, along with Textura Quadrata, Blackletter, Old English and their many variants. Credited to Albrecht Dürer and Hieronymus Andreae, Fraktur first appeared in the 16th century and was used regularly right up until the Second World War, especially in German-speaking countries. Even still, certain newspapers and ad agencies use Fraktur-style letters in printed paper titles, logos and advertisements.

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