IAMPETH 2024 - Introduction to Engrosser’s Text - Rick Paulus

Class Overview - All Skill Levels

Note: familiarity with using a broad edge pen is required for this class. Basic use of the pen will not be covered in class.

Take a one-day journey into the amazing world of Engrosser’s Text. This uniquely American hand is derived from the influences of French and German roundhands and is the workhorse of the certificate and diploma industry. These letters incorporate slants, curves, and angles that give them a formal feel while remaining relatively quick to write. In addition to learning the structure of two distinct versions of Engrosser’s Text, participants will replicate the many embellishments and uses found in provided historical models.

CLASS SUPPLIES
• Three straight pen holders (H111, H62, H63-S, H105-S)
• Broad edge nibs, either Mitchell #0, 2, & 3, or Speedball C-1, 3, & 5, or Brause 4, 2, & 1 (N04, N09, N02)
• One pointed pen steel nib (Nikko G, Leonardt Principal, Zebra, etc.) (N113, N120, N118)
• Waterproof Ink such as Moon Palace Sumi, or your favorite broad edge waterproof pen ink (I70)
• Water and container for cleaning your nibs (S1005)
• Lint-free cloth for cleaning your nibs (S1132)
• Ruler (S270)
• Sharp Pencil (PL38, PL2020)
• Eraser (E13)
• Paper: 9”X12” Mixed Media (Canson XL) or Marker Layout Paper (Borden & Riley, Bienfang, etc.) (P2022, P09-50, P32)

OPTIONAL SUPPLIES
• Slant board (S752)
• T-square or parallel ruler (S753, S730)
• Clear ruler with grid or guides for easier lining (S798)