Urban Brush Lettering Technique
The materials
A course by Otto Baum, Artist
About the video: The materials
Overview
“First, I will give you an introduction to the materials and explain the properties of acrylic paint and which brush should be used.”
In this video lesson Otto Baum addresses the topic: The materials, which is part of the Domestika online course: Urban Brush Lettering Technique. Discover the secrets of creating stunning urban brush lettering with our comprehensive course. .
Partial transcription of the video
“This course will guide you in crafting various lettering styles with a brush. You'll learn to sketch inspiration from font folders or type books. I'll teach you the techniques needed to create unique designs Discover your inspiration. explore fonts that might captivate you. and learn how to sketch them in your unique style. Embrace the art of lettering in your own way. Using the brush. i will cover the individual materials. show how to mix the paint. and specify which colors we will use. This will help you create unique lettering styles. Step by step. i will show you the individual lines gu...”
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Course summary for: Urban Brush Lettering Technique
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Calligraphy & Typography -
Software
Procreate -
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Digital Lettering, Lettering

Otto Baum
A course by Otto Baum
Otto Baum is a versatile artist originally from Berlin, where he works in his studio in Lichtenberg. His training in Textile and Surface Design at the Kunsthochschule Berlin Weißensee has enabled him to explore and combine various artistic disciplines.
As a member of the KLUB7 art collective, Otto has contributed to numerous public artworks, known for their large-scale murals and his skills in woodworking and creating unique drawing tools.
His focus on calligraphy and brush lettering reflects a passion for reviving traditional techniques in a contemporary context. His emphasis is on creating letters with a distinctive "flow" that evokes a time when handwriting was predominant.
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