Hand Lettering Workshop (In Person) | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Hand Lettering Workshop (In Person)

In this introductory workshop learn the basics of creating illustrated letterforms and simple but effective typographic composition. Open to ages 16 and above.

Course Description

Use materials such as pencil, ink, nibs, watercolor, and more to experiment with shape, color, and composition to start thinking of letters as illustrative shapes. Walk away from the class with knowledge of proper posture and technique to pull straight vs. curvy lines, a deeper understanding of how different types of materials produce different qualities of line, and what situation calls for specific materials. Learn basic typographic terminology and how to manipulate pieces of type to suit compositional needs as well as be able to map out a composition and work a piece from sketch to final product. Class sessions are composed of group demonstrations covering basic letter anatomy, stylistic exploration, composition, techniques, and tools. There is structured time for students to ask questions, receive feedback and one-on-one meetings.

Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This course meets in person on MCAD's campus.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing experience is helpful, but not required.

Required materials

Supplies for first class

  • any paper (white copy paper will be used for demonstration)
  • pencil
  • ink pen
  • eraser
  • ruler/straight edge

Optional supplies

  • gel pen
  • felt tip pen

Students should expect to spend up to approximately $15 on supplies in addition to tuition.

What to wear
Clothes appropriate for messy creativity.

Questions

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.

Register

Title
Non-credit Tuition
$93.00
Student Birthdate
  • Date:
    -
  • Time:
    6:30-9:30 p.m. CST
  • Day(s) of the week:
    Tuesday
  • Ages:
    Open to students ages 16 and above.
  • Term:
    Fall 2025
  • Instructor: Andi Fink
  • Location:
    In Person
  • SKU:
    VC 4203 01 FA25

Prerequisites:

Previous drawing experience is helpful, but not required.

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2501 Stevens Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404

Contact Us

612.874.3700
800.874.MCAD (6223)
Fax: 612.874.3701

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The Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) acknowledges it is located on traditional, ancestral, and contemporary lands of Indigenous people. This is the ancestral homeland of the Dakota and Ojibwe people, who were forcibly exiled from the land because of aggressive and persistent settler colonialism. We recognize that this place has a complex and layered history. As a community dedicated to creativity, MCAD is committed to ongoing efforts to support and advocate for American Indian Nations and peoples.


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