Learn to draw typographic letter forms
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create and understand impactful typographic letter forms
Key learning points
- Understand how to draw and design typographic letterforms by focusing on shape, spacing and proportions
- Learn how different letterforms communicate different moods or themes in graphic design and typography
- Practice designing your own letters with attention to detail and creativity
Keywords
Typography - arranging letters and text in a way that makes them readable and visually appealing
Typeface - a set of letters that share a similar shape and design
Letterform - the shape and design of a single letter
Serif - small lines or strokes added to the ends of letters
Common misconception
The content of text conveys all essential information.
Typograhy, typefaces, and letterform designs can change the emotion and message of written text.
Teacher tip
Provide lettering grids, templates or tracing guides to help with basic letterforms. Encourage pupils to focus on clean, simple designs. A whiteboard may also be useful to demonstrate the construction of different letterforms.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What are basic shapes used for in art and design?
Q2.What does typography refer to?
Q3.What is calligraphy?
Q4.What is a typeface?
Q5.What is one way emotions can be expressed in an artwork?
Q6.What can enhance the impact of typography?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.How can typography convey emotion?
Q2.A letterform is...
Q3.How are pictures and words used in graphic design?
Q4.Consistency in letterforms can be created by considering...
Q5.A serif typeface...
Q6.Personality can be added to typographic letterforms by adding…
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