Learn all the basics of Inking

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Recording: Papers and Ink for Pens and Brushes

Discover the various types of inks and papers used with fountain pens, dip pens, and brushes; Learn about inks explicitly designed for fountain pens and those that will quickly ruin your pen; and recognize the difference between Cold Press and Hot Press paper and how the "tooth" of the paper contributes to the overall look of your finished drawing.

Live Session 1: Inking with Dip Pens

Learn about the various types of nibs used with dip pen holders; the difference between flexible and stiff nibs; and how to choose the correct nib for your drawing. Then, apply all the knowledge as you ink a drawing alongside Mark, and learn all about how and when to make specific marks.

Live Session 2: Fountain Pens

Part 1 (Recording only): Learn the parts of a fountain pen, including filling, cleaning, troubleshooting, and preparing a new nib for inking.

Part 2 (Live): Draw alongside Mark using your newfound knowledge of fountain pens. Understand how certain types of lines bring life to your work.

Live Session 3: Inking with a Brush

Learn how to use a brush for inking to achieve varying line sizes; the difference between pure sable hair brushes and synthetic ones; and how your hand position affects your lines. Then, ink alongside Mark while using a brush, putting into practice everything you learned.

Live Session 4: Inking Techniques

Mark will demonstrate various types of techniques used in inking. Create depth in your art with crosshatches, using white on black, and spattering; Add character to your drawings with thick and thin lines from a fountain pen or brush.

Live Session 5: Bringing it all together

Apply everything you learned while creating a complete and more complex piece.

You will wrap up this course knowing how to apply all the techniques, tips, and knowledge to your original work.

The classes have different lengths. We prioritise the quality of information over time consistency. Here's how long we anticipate each live class to last:

Recording: Papers and Ink for Pens and Brushes

Recording Length: 30min

Session 1: Inking with Dip Pens 

Live Class length (with time for a Q&A at the end): 60min

Session 2: Fountain Pens

Part 1 - Recording length: 35min

Part 2 - Live Class length (with time for a Q&A at the end): 45 to 60min

Session 3: Inking with a Brush

Live Class length (with time for a Q&A at the end): 60min

Session 4: Inking Techniques

Class length (with time for a Q&A at the end): 45 to 60min

Session 5: Bringing it all together

Class length (with time for a Q&A at the end): 90min

Feedback Session

Live length: 60 to 90min (Depending on the amount of work submitted)

Pretty much, yes. Mark will do a live stream for every class. Some audio will be live, and some will be recorded previously; all video is pre-recorded to ensure the best experience possible with minimum technical issues. 

You will be able to participate live through the chat function. Mark and the host will address all your questions and pause the video if needed.

After each live session, the recording will be available for replay.

During the course, Mark will also address questions from participants on the Etchr website.

At the end of the course, we will do a fully live Feedback session with Mark. You'll be able to participate via chat, ask all your questions, and get feedback on your final assignment.

No Problem! Each week has an assigned class. You are welcome to join the Live class and watch the class with other participants or watch the recording of the class at your own time during the week.

We also have a recorded video for each homework that we will upload right after the Live Class takes place.

This course is free for all Subscribers.

If you did the old version of this course, you will have access to this new and improved version.

Please email us at hello@etchrstudio.com to indicate your interest in participating, and you are all set.

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*Program participation is withdrawn once the subscription is no longer active.

Mark will be present for every single class. He will be available to answer any questions.

Each class will present you with a new challenge assignment. If you submit it on the Etchr website asking for critique, you will get feedback from Mark and other group members.

At the end of the course, Mark will also provide feedback on your final piece in a Live Feedback Session.

However, it is worth noting that this feedback will be at a high level; something to guide your next steps. This is also reflective of the price being charged for the 5-class series plus the support and feedback provided along the way.

Here's the complete list of supplies:

• Print outs for the class assignments and exercises (included in the class PDF liked below)

• One pure sable or synthetic brush either size #0, #1, or #2

• Black ink well for dipping

• Fountain pen

• Dip pen

• Scrap paper

• Container of water for rinsing

• Toothbrush

• Paper towel

• Hot or Cold Press press watercolour paper (suggested: 140 lb/300g)

• White gel pen

  
  

Please find everything you need for this class in the Course PDF!

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