AGDA WA presents Type by Hand Workshops with Wayne Thompson – October 17&18

This full-day workshop will take you on a journey through the world of hand lettering. With an emphasis on doing rather than watching, you will start with some theory of humanist construction in type, followed by inspiring examples and discussion.

You will then be plunged into a series of drawing exercises designed to improve your understanding of type. The afternoon session allows you to create your own unique handlettered piece under the direct instruction of Wayne. Participants will leave with new drawing techniques and a renewed enthusiasm for handlettering, and typography in general.

About Wayne Thompson

Fascinated by letters since he was a teenager, Wayne Thompson began with rub-down lettering and worked as a signwriter, photographer and journalist before settling into the design profession in the late 1980s. After 17 years as Art Director in several advertising agencies, Wayne now works full-time as a type designer. Wayne’s long term aims are to always learn more about typography, and hopefully contribute an Aussie flavour to the world of type design.

When:

10am – 4pm

• Friday, October 17 (BOOK HERE)  OR…

• Saturday, October 18 (BOOK HERE)

Where:

Central Institute of Technology

19 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge

Price:

Ticket $150

Members $110

Limited places (20 per workshop).