Elmo van Slingerland - Fraktur - Aug 21; Sept 4, 18, 2024
Originating in the 16th century, Fraktur is a script that still lends itself to performance today—if only for the pleasure of writing! The character of Fraktur lends itself perfectly to forming …
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Fraktur
Elmo van Slingerland
Supply List:
N09. Speedball C Calligraphy Nibs
PS22. Hahnemuhle German Ingres Paper
P32. Canson Pro-Layout Marker Pad
N27. Automatic pen
I04. Pelikan 4001 Ink
• Broad-edged pens: ±3 mm (think Speedball C1, C2) and some other smaller and larger sizes. You can use a brand you have experience with, but I prefer Speedball for its flexibility. For smaller pen sizes (±1mm) I often use Mitchell nibs in addition to Speedball. (N09, N04, N02)
• Paper: Layout paper, preferably A3 size or 11 x 17 inches, such as Daler & Rowney, Borden & Riley #37, Canson Pro Layout Marker, or a similar brand, as long as the paper doesn’t bleed. (P09-50, P32)
• Ink: Water-based black ink (Pelikan 4001 or something equivalent), as long as the paper doesn’t bleed. (I08, I04)
• A (mechanical) pencil, HB (PL21)
• Ruler (S271)
• Rag Optional materials for making a completed piece:
• A sheet or two of good paper of your preference, such as Ingres or watercolor paper (minimal size A3 / 11 x 17 inches) (PS22-WHI)
• Watercolor or gouache (I153, WNG1)
• A simple palette (S679)
• A brush to mix paint (BR43)
• Water jar (S1005)
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