如何分別 Copperplate & Modern Calligraphy - How to differentiate Modern & Copperplate Calligraphy

有很多初學的朋友都有問過這個問題,讓我在這裏分享一下吧~

Copperplate Calligraphy (圖右) 和 Modern Calligraphy (圖左) 是兩種不同的字體,但用同樣筆具 - 沾水筆。前者17、8世紀在歐洲興起,字型結構、Ascender, X-height 和 Descender高度比例、 還有字體斜度全部都有特別嘅標準,同時需要把筆劃寫得粗幼線分明,所以整篇看起來十分工整優雅。後者就只係需要寫到粗幼線分明就可以,也是近代先出現,型態較隨意,斜度也很個人化。 

由於兩者在各方面的標準都不同,所以筆者在課程內容設計、所需時數方面都不同。內容會非常豐富同埋充實,同學完成課程之後對字型同線條的觀察會更加強,幫助到書法越練越好。 

兩者的初階班也適合零經驗的朋友,選一種你喜歡的就可以了。

喜歡、就是最好的動力!

工作坊資料:https://www.liscalligraphy.com.hk/collections/calligraphy-workshop

Many beginners have asked this question, let me share here!

Copperplate Calligraphy (right) and Modern Calligraphy (left) are two different scripts, but they use the same tool—the dip pen. The former flourished in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. It follows strict standards for letterforms, the proportions of Ascenders, X-heights, and Descenders, as well as the slant angle. It also requires clear contrast between thick and thin lines, giving the whole piece a highly structured and elegant look. The latter only requires distinct thick and thin lines. It emerged more recently, featuring a more casual style and highly personalized slant angles.

Since their standards differ in every aspect, I have designed different course content and hours for each. The lessons will be rich and fulfilling. After completing the course, students will develop essential observation ability for letterforms and lines, which helps them improve their calligraphy practice over time.

The beginner level for both scripts are perfectly suitable for beginners with zero experience. Just choose the one you love.

Passion is the best motivation!

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