Practise calligraphic techniques
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create letters using different calligraphic strokes and styles.
Key learning points
- Calligraphy involves creating letters with artistic flair to make beautiful handwriting.
- Learning and practicing foundational calligraphic strokes builds the skills needed to create decorative letters.
- Techniques such as strokes and flourishes can help you create calligraphic letters and words.
- Practising calligraphy improves fine motor skills.
Keywords
Calligraphy - the art of beautiful handwriting using specific tools and techniques
Stroke - the movement of the pen or brush to create a line or mark
Flourish - a decorative stroke with details added to enhance a design
Common misconception
Calligraphy is just decorative handwriting.
Calligraphy is an art form with specific techniques, not just decorative handwriting.
Teacher tip
Where possible, provide an assortment of calligraphy materials for pupils to try, including calligraphy pens, papers nibs, inks, brush pens, and chisel-nib markers. A whiteboard may be useful for demonstrating different strokes. Encourage pupils to practise developing consistency over time.
Equipment
Calligraphy pens, nibs, inks. Brush pens. Chisel-tip markers. Calligraphy paper. Rulers.
Licence
except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a typeface?
Q2.What material is not typically used in calligraphy?
Q3.A concrete poem is a poem where …
Q4.Why is it important to follow instructions in art?
Q5.Which artist is best known for their typographic work?
Q6.Typography can be used to make letters more readable, as well as making designs.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is calligraphy?
Q2.What affects the thickness of calligraphic strokes?
Q3.Where are you likely to find examples of calligraphy?
Q4.What is the purpose of a flourish in calligraphy?
Q5.What should you focus on when practising calligraphic letters?
Q6.Which stroke is crucial to move between two letters?
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