You will learn to draw and carve lettering in stone using traditional tools and techniques. Beginners will be focused on the basics of the craft, while more experienced students will have the opportunity to refine and advance their skills.

The primary goal for this course is to familiarise you with the basic tools and techniques needed to draw and carve lettering and simple linework in stone; you will also learn how to sharpen and maintain your tools. The tutor will give group demonstrations throughout the course, but there will be a special emphasis on individual tuition.

Beginners can expect to focus on the basic elements of drawing and carving letters, with an aim of completing a few carved letters or words by the end of the course.

Those with some past experience of letter carving will be given the chance to carve a word or short inscription in whatever lettering style you choose. You may bring existing designs to work on, if you prefer, provided they fall within the realm of simple inscriptions or line work, and are not too large in size. Guidance on more advanced topics and techniques will be available.

A slideshow covering historical and contemporary letter cutting will be shown on the first evening. Exercise and resource sheets will also be provided by the tutor to help make the learning process easier and more fun.

For more information and to book please go to this link: West Dean Courses

Please note: the specifics of the courses are not vetted or endorsed by the Lettering Arts Trust.