Zoomorphics with Risa Gettler

6 LIVE ONLINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM - RECORDED
FRIDAYS: JAN 17 - FEB 21, 2025
10:00am - 12:00pm Pacific Standard Time US & Canada
(11:00am MTN Time, 12:00pm CST, 1:00pm EST)

Recording access does not expire.

START THE YEAR WITH SOMETHING NEW!

ZOOMORPHICS are a medieval design fad of drawing animals (ZOO) that "morph" into letters. In this 6-week online course, participants learn how to accurately reproduce, create patterns, and paint an alphabet of Zoomorphics from a variety of medieval manuscripts.
Zoomorphics are stand-alone paintings and/or unique capitals for your calligraphic quotations.

Course Format:
Each week, participants receive a treasure trove of authentic designs straight from Risa's rich collection, inspired by her studies in medieval manuscripts. Students choose their favorites and submit their homework the day before class (incomplete, in-progress work is always acceptable). Students work through challenges through encouragement and discussion.
The final day of the course is called the Grand Finale, where student coursework is revealed and discussed.

Whether you're a seasoned scribe or a curious newbie, this is your chance to unleash your inner artist and expand your creative potential—no prior lettering experience required!
All ability levels welcome.

Supplies
This is a basic list - please use what supplies you already have.
Don't buy any new supplies until you have seen what other options students in the class use.

1. Good Internet connection with at least 30 Mbps and current version of Zoom on a computer or iPad. Phone connection is NOT recommended.
2. Brushes
   Must be round and POINTED (A good point is essential).
        • Small brushes (#1 round) and varying sizes (start with what you have).
3. Cardboard backing & Tape
   for mounting project paper to while you work. Risa uses a pizza box top.
4. Eraser
   Risa likes MOO brand by Nayana Co. Ltd.
5. Light box (or sunny window)
6. Pencil
   #2 or Mechanical - whatever you have
7. Outlining Pen
   Pigma Micron or similar -  Pigment fine liner. Size 05 is good
8. Palette
   Use what you have
9. Project Paper*
   One FULL sheet Arches Text Wove 40" x 25.5” - cut to Nine 8.5” x 11" sheets
10. Tracing Paper
    Use what you have. Risa uses Canson Artist Tracing.
11. Graph paper
    8 or 10 boxes to the inch.
    Risa uses Clearprint-Printed-Fade-Out Design & Sketch Vellum
12. Pigment
    Gouache - Use what you have.
13. Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bleed Proof White
14. Laser Toner Printer - must accommodate your project paper choice.
    NOTE: Laser toner is recommended because it won't react with water media.
    Ink Jet (dye-based) printer ink reacts with water media and will smear. 
    Alternative - Take your pattern and project paper to a self-service toner-based printer/copier at a local office supply store to print your inked designs directly on to paper.

Optional & Handy:
• Hands free magnifiers
• 6" ruler OR small Triangle
• Gold mica watercolor

*Optional Paper Alternatives
• 18-sheet pack Arches Text Wove 12.25” x 13-5/16"
• Alternative paper choices students have used successfully:
• Saunders Waterford watercolor
• Hahemuhle Cezanne - Cold Press - 140lbs
• Rives BFK (Very soft and whiter than Arches Text Wove
• Bienfang 90 lb, 146 gm/acid free/fine surface
• Khadi watercolor paper
• VPCo Crown paper from Vintage Paper Co,
• Hahnemühle Bugra
• Fabriano 90 lb. watercolor paper

Questions about this list, please connect with instructor, Risa Gettler.

This workshop will be presented Online via Zoom

ZOOM LINK
Access to the Zoom classroom will be prior to the workshop to all registered students. Access to the recording will be available within 48 hours following the workshop.

QUESTIONS
Contact Workshop Coordinator, Angie Vangalis at:
Angiev@txlac.org or text at 214-957-1736.

CANCELLATION POLICY
No refunds. Each session of this online workshop will be recorded and available for viewing indefinitely at Learn.txlac.org. In the unlikely event Texas Lettering Arts Council or the instructor cancels the class, you will receive a full refund of tuition only.

Mobile Number is required in case we loose connection.
Message rates apply. (+01) = United States & Canada country code.

LIVE RECORDING DISCLAIMER
This course is provided in good faith and will be recorded for purchase and later viewing by non-participating students in the Live setting. You, your artwork and comments about your artwork are likely to appear in the recorded videos. By submitting this registration, you agree to show yourself and share your artwork on camera, thereby appearing on the course videos.
If you do not wish to be seen on recorded videos, please keep your Zoom Video setting in the OFF position.

CLASS CORRESPONDENCE
By signing up for this class, you become a valued member of the Texas Lettering Arts Council community. Not only will you receive updates about your class, but you'll also gain access to exclusive communications from Risa Gettler and TXLAC on future workshops, special pricing, and opportunities to enhance your skills and creativity. You have the flexibility to manage your email preferences and can opt-out at any time, ensuring you only receive the information that inspires you.

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