About This Workshop
About This Workshop
Ready to get your alphabet on paper, on your computer, and into a sweet layout? Then get set! This session will help you create your alphabet by giving you mile-marker due dates, a live chat, and plenty of help along the way!
Play between the tension of clean typefaces and the dynamic punch that watercolor offers. Learn how to paint a font in watercolor and prepare it for digital use.
In this 14 minute class, you’ll learn from Amarilys Henderson, an illustrator with design experience whose first love is watercolor. You'll be guided through how to use existing fonts as a template to create a hand-painted alphabet that can be used as a watercolor font.
This class is perfect for designers who want to give their work a fresh look or hobbyists that have been intimidated by watercolor paints. No prior painting experience is required, but some basic Photoshop and Illustrator knowledge would be useful to maximize your new alphabet. You’ll walk away with an on-trend typeface that’s all your own.
How It Works
- Enroll in the Design a Watercolorful Alphabet class. Watch the video lessons--it'll take less than 15 minutes!
- Need a prompt? Amarilys will be emailing you every few days to let you know when the next portion of the project is due.
- Post your project steps in the class project galleries to get feedback from your classmates. Watch everyone's progress, and we want to see yours! The feedback will only add to the momentum of your experience in this session/challenge.
- Got a question for Amarilys? She'll be hosting a live AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on Monday, September 28th 1:30pm-2:15pm EST. Feel free to ask questions here, and tune in to the live Google Hangout to chat with Amarilys directly.
- Upload your complete class project by October 5th, 2015 to successfully complete the challenge.
Due Dates
- Print and trace your alphabet onto watercolor paper by Wednesday, September 23rd.
- Paint your alphabet letters! Post a picture of your letters in hand-painted form by Friday, September 25th.
- AMA Live Google Hangout Monday, September 28th 1:30pm-2:15pm EST.
- Scan and digitally group your letters by Wednesday, September 30th.
- Create a watercolorful quote or word with your letters by Monday, October 5th.
AMA (Ask Me Anything) Live Google Hangout
Amarilys will be live online, hosting a live AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on Monday, September 28th 1:30pm-2:15pm EST. She'll answer your questions and offer tips for 45 minutes. Don't miss it! Post your question before then here.
Challenge Prizes! Amarilys will select a winner from the projects submitted in this session. Winner will be announced Wednesday, Oct. 7th.
- One year of Premium Membership
- A mug with your project's watercolor quote printed on it!
- A shout-out post on Amarilys' Instagram feed @watercolordevo
FAQs
Do I need a Premium Membership to participate in the session?
Yes, you will need to sign up for a Premium Membership in order to enroll and participate in the session. Upgrade to a Premium Membership here.
What if I have already posted a project in one (or more) of the classes?
Then you’re one step ahead! Simply post all the other class projects/project steps by the final deadline to successfully complete the session.
Can I still join even if the session has started already?
Yes! You can join anytime throughout the session and catch up at your own pace. Keep in mind that you need to complete all project steps by October 5th, 2015 to be eligible for the prize.
What if I miss a deadline?
Don’t worry! You can still catch up by completing the projects/project steps you missed and moving on to the next. Complete all project steps by October 5th, 2015 to be eligible for the prize.
Can I still take the classes even after the session has ended?
Yes! You can still enroll in any of the classes after the session ends on October 5th, 2015 to learn at your own pace. However, you won’t be eligible to receive the prize.
How do I submit my project assignments?
Navigate to the “Class Project” tab located in each class to start your project and submit it to the class project gallery. Other student projects will be viewable in the “Project Gallery” tab. Make sure to set your project privacy settings to be viewable to the “Public” or “Classmates Only” so that other students can give you feedback!
Have any other questions or need more help?Email any other questions or feedback to [email protected].
Best of luck!
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Ready to get your alphabet on paper, on your computer, and into a sweet layout? Then get set! This session will help you create your alphabet by giving you mile-marker due dates, a live chat, and plenty of help along the way!
Play between the tension of clean typefaces and the dynamic punch that watercolor offers. Learn how to paint a font in watercolor and prepare it for digital use.
In this 14 minute class, you’ll learn from Amarilys Henderson, an illustrator with design experience whose first love is watercolor. You'll be guided through how to use existing fonts as a template to create a hand-painted alphabet that can be used as a watercolor font.
This class is perfect for designers who want to give their work a fresh look or hobbyists that have been intimidated by watercolor paints. No prior painting experience is required, but some basic Photoshop and Illustrator knowledge would be useful to maximize your new alphabet. You’ll walk away with an on-trend typeface that’s all your own.
How It Works
- Enroll in the Design a Watercolorful Alphabet class. Watch the video lessons--it'll take less than 15 minutes!
- Need a prompt? Amarilys will be emailing you every few days to let you know when the next portion of the project is due.
- Post your project steps in the class project galleries to get feedback from your classmates. Watch everyone's progress, and we want to see yours! The feedback will only add to the momentum of your experience in this session/challenge.
- Got a question for Amarilys? She'll be hosting a live AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on Monday, September 28th 1:30pm-2:15pm EST. Feel free to ask questions here, and tune in to the live Google Hangout to chat with Amarilys directly.
- Upload your complete class project by October 5th, 2015 to successfully complete the challenge.
Due Dates
- Print and trace your alphabet onto watercolor paper by Wednesday, September 23rd.
- Paint your alphabet letters! Post a picture of your letters in hand-painted form by Friday, September 25th.
- AMA Live Google Hangout Monday, September 28th 1:30pm-2:15pm EST.
- Scan and digitally group your letters by Wednesday, September 30th.
- Create a watercolorful quote or word with your letters by Monday, October 5th.
AMA (Ask Me Anything) Live Google Hangout
Amarilys will be live online, hosting a live AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on Monday, September 28th 1:30pm-2:15pm EST. She'll answer your questions and offer tips for 45 minutes. Don't miss it! Post your question before then here.
Challenge Prizes! Amarilys will select a winner from the projects submitted in this session. Winner will be announced Wednesday, Oct. 7th.
- One year of Premium Membership
- A mug with your project's watercolor quote printed on it!
- A shout-out post on Amarilys' Instagram feed @watercolordevo
FAQs
Do I need a Premium Membership to participate in the session?
Yes, you will need to sign up for a Premium Membership in order to enroll and participate in the session. Upgrade to a Premium Membership here.
What if I have already posted a project in one (or more) of the classes?
Then you’re one step ahead! Simply post all the other class projects/project steps by the final deadline to successfully complete the session.
Can I still join even if the session has started already?
Yes! You can join anytime throughout the session and catch up at your own pace. Keep in mind that you need to complete all project steps by October 5th, 2015 to be eligible for the prize.
What if I miss a deadline?
Don’t worry! You can still catch up by completing the projects/project steps you missed and moving on to the next. Complete all project steps by October 5th, 2015 to be eligible for the prize.
Can I still take the classes even after the session has ended?
Yes! You can still enroll in any of the classes after the session ends on October 5th, 2015 to learn at your own pace. However, you won’t be eligible to receive the prize.
How do I submit my project assignments?
Navigate to the “Class Project” tab located in each class to start your project and submit it to the class project gallery. Other student projects will be viewable in the “Project Gallery” tab. Make sure to set your project privacy settings to be viewable to the “Public” or “Classmates Only” so that other students can give you feedback!
Have any other questions or need more help?Email any other questions or feedback to [email protected].
Best of luck!
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