Starter quiz
- What is a typeface?
- a set of letters that share a similar shape and design ✓
- the size and weight of letters
- using text and pictures to convey messages
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- What material is not typically used in calligraphy?
- paper
- ink
- clay ✓
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- A concrete poem is a poem where …
- it uses a specific rhyme scheme.
- the arrangement of words creates a visual image. ✓
- it tells a literal story.
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- Why is it important to follow instructions in art?
- to learn new techniques ✓
- to use more materials
- to work faster
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- Which artist is best known for their typographic work?
- Vincent van Gogh
- Frida Kahlo
- Paula Scher ✓
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- Typography can be used to make letters more readable, as well as making ______ designs.
- interesting and beautiful ✓
- random and nonsensical
- flat and regular
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Exit quiz
- What is calligraphy?
- the art of beautiful handwriting ✓
- the arrangement of text and pictures in design
- digitally created lettering
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- What affects the thickness of calligraphic strokes?
- paper weight
- pressure and angle ✓
- using a ruler
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- Where are you likely to find examples of calligraphy?
- on an event invitation ✓
- on a ruler
- on a graph
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- What is the purpose of a flourish in calligraphy?
- to change between colours
- to shorten the writing time
- to enhance the letter design ✓
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- What should you focus on when practising calligraphic letters?
- size of paper
- speed of writing
- consistency of strokes ✓
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- Which stroke is crucial to move between two letters?
- upstroke ✓
- sidestroke
- downstroke
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Lesson Details
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.
Common misconception
Calligraphy is just decorative handwriting.
Calligraphy is an art form with specific techniques, not just decorative handwriting.
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
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