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As you know, my calligraphy style is more flowy/curly … rarely do I create non-cursive lettering like uncial script. That’s part of the reason I am so impressed with the style Albrecht used — his skill and knowledge of typography is evident. Of course, I had to grill him with questions — and I thought…
A couple of weeks ago, I received this gorgeous envelope in the mail, which I told you about in this blog post. It came all the way from TPK blog reader Albrecht in Bremen, Germany, who clearly has a talent for lettering.
As you know, my calligraphy style is more flowy/curly … rarely do I create non-cursive lettering like uncial script. That’s part of the reason I am so impressed with the style Albrecht used — his skill and knowledge of typography is evident. Of course, I had to grill him with questions — and I thought you might be interested in his answers, too! So, I conducted a little interview with Albrecht, and I hope you’ll be as inspired by it as I am.
Question: Did you teach yourself how to create calligraphy; or did you study it in school/take classes?
Answer: I have always loved writing and creating unconventionally “beautiful” scripts. Eventually I purchased a textbook that helped me with basic techniques like strokes and alphabets. Later, I took a year-long calligraphy course {2 hours every fortnight}. This really helped me to concentrate on my work because it was an evening reserved for writing: no calls, no visits, no distractions! Every year since 2010, I have attended a weekend workshop in a cultural education facility with a special theme each year: “Squared Writing” in 2012; and Sherri Kiesel’s “Decorative Alphabet” in 2013. These workshops are so great! Two and a half days of nothing but writing, accompanied by an inspiring and helpful teacher, good company, and good food. This event takes place in October, at the beginning of autumn and winter – my favorite seasons for writing – and it gives me enough inspiration for several months! In 2012-13 I produced a portfolio in square format with Capitalis Quadrata. A small collection of writing objects and very interesting correspondences with pen pals has strengthened my love for writing.
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