Learn Hand Lettering | STAEDTLER Design Journey Art Classes

If you’ve been wanting to explore the art of hand lettering, this beginner-friendly Design Journey course is perfect for you!

Hand lettering is currently a major trend in the art scene, and for good reason. More than just writing words on a page, it is an art form in itself, allowing you to create beautifully stylised letters with unique embellishments. To master this skill, you’ll need the right tools – from the perfect paper to specialised lettering and brush pens.

In this comprehensive hand lettering guide, designed specifically for beginners, you’ll learn what materials you need to get started, as well as which fonts you can use to bring your lettering to life.

Check out this hand lettering course for beginners and take your creative skills to the next level!

Course subjects

In hand lettering, each letter is individually drawn and decorated by hand. Different fonts and styles can be achieved based on factors like stroke angles, line widths, and additional embellishments. The term “hand lettering” encompasses various styles, including: Hand lettering, Faux calligraphy, Serif and sans serif and Bounce lettering.

This course provides step-by-step instructions and essential tips to help beginners master a variety of lettering styles. It covers the basic tools needed, key techniques for smooth and consistent strokes, and methods for combining different lettering styles.

Course teachers: Bea & Eugenia

Bea is a hand lettering artist from Spain whose journey into the craft began around 2016–2017. With a background in engineering, she sought a creative outlet and discovered a passion for hand lettering. Over time, she developed a distinctive style characterised by vibrant colours and playful designs. Her expertise includes various calligraphy techniques, with a particular focus on brush lettering and 3D lettering.

Eugenia has been practising hand lettering for four years, continuously refining her skills and exploring its versatility. Hand lettering can take on many forms—ranging from bold and colourful to subtle and monochromatic—allowing for a wide range of creative expression. She aims to inspire others to explore this art form and hopes her work brings joy and positivity.

What are the Design Journey Art Classes?

These art courses have been designed by STAEDTLER to help beginners and creative hobbyists to learn a variety of techniques and help build their drawing skillset. With courses covering a range of techniques and mediums, Design Journey by STAEDTLER is a great way to get started with drawing or learn some new skills to take your art to the next level!

In addition to this Drawing with Ink and Watercolours course, STAEDTLER also offer courses on Drawing in Perspective, Drawing with Ink and Watercolours and another on Coloured Pencil Drawing Techniques as part of their Design Journey Art Classes.