Freehand Lettering for Blackboard Art
A course by The Blackboard Artist , Blackboard and Mural Artist
Joined October 2021
Learn to create eye-catching blackboard art pieces by combining freehand hand lettering techniques with Molotow paint pens and some illustration
Learn to create eye-catching blackboard art pieces by combining freehand hand lettering techniques with Molotow paint pens and some illustration
Joined October 2021
Whether it be a local shop, a restaurant, or even your own home, a beautifully hand-painted blackboard never fails to add character to a space. Michael Tilley, also known as The Blackboard Artist, has created captivating murals and signs for clients like Soho House, Warner Music, Hilton, Virgin, and Everyman Cinemas.
In this online course, Michael shows you how to create your very own chalkboard art step by step. Explore a variety of lettering and illustration techniques, and see how to combine with striking designs to create an eye-catching sign. By the end of this online course, you’ll be ready to make the world a brighter place with beautiful handmade blackboard art.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 21 downloads
- 90% positive reviews (10)
- 510 students
- 12 lessons (1h 41m)
- 21 additional resources (9 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create an eye-catching blackboard sign by learning freehand illustration and lettering techniques.
Who is this online course for?
This online course is ideal for artists and designers who want to improve their freehand lettering techniques, or for those with an interest in creating striking blackboard art.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is required.
To take this course, you need pencils, a ruler, a wet cloth, a white and black Molotow acrylic paint pen, a liquid chrome pen, brushes, a hairdryer, and other materials specified. For your surface, you can use an existing blackboard, or make your own with plywood, blackboard paint and primer, or use an A3 blackcard.
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A course by The Blackboard Artist
Michael Tilley is a London-based artist specialized in bespoke blackboard and mural art. While studying at the University for the Creative Arts in Epsom, he discovered his passion for hand-lettering and illustration. Inspired by old film posters, vinyl albums, and other vintage artwork, he combined his skills with his interests and started creating blackboard designs.
Michael’s clients list includes Soho House, Glastonbury, Warner Music, Hilton, Virgin, and Everyman Cinemas, among others. His work can be found in books like Art Class: Hand Lettering, V&A A Maker’s Guide: Calligraphy & Lettering, and Soho House: Morning Noon Night, as well as in a Walker’s TV advertisement.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Materials and Warm Up Techniques
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Tools and Materials
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Hand Lettering Exercises
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Illustration Exercises
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U3
Creating the Blackboard Mural
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References for Inspiration
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Sketching Your Design on Paper
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Blackboard Wall Surface Preparation
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Layout of Mural: Outlines
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Filling In
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U4
Finishing Off and Sharing Work
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Finishing Touches
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Sharing Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Lettering and Illustration for Blackboard Art
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solcito2002
un buen curso para empezar a crear pizarras con mucho arte, proporciona muchos tips y consejos
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rina.rengifo.reyes
Es el curso de Lettering que estaba esperando para iniciarme en pizarras. Excelente curso, excelente profesor.
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akafloykorporatyon
PlusNo esta mal por el precio de diez euros ,aporta poco para quien quiera iniciarse , curso muy corto. Es más interesante lo que narra de los comienzos de su trabajo, que lo que se puede aprender.
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marcodiaz2674
muy bueno, cada detalle muy bien explicado que uno no se queda con dudas, gracias!!
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afroditi.kapoula
Loved this course. Such a pro with so many useful information.