UNLOCKING THE OVAL
Mike Ward, Instructor


 

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Through analysis of traditional designs and a thorough explanation of "oval theory," students will learn the steps to creating a beautifully balanced design. Working primarily with pencil and eraser, the "stress" of controlling a pointed pen is taken away and we can fully focus on making the minute changes that take a design from decent to extraordinary.

This class is open to all skill levels, a working knowledge of pointed pen script and ovals will be helpful. Specific alphabets and letterforms will not necessarily be covered.

How it works

 

This is a live Zoom class over four days: October 25, 28, November 1, & 4, 2022, at 1PM EDT (GMT-4).

The lessons will be 2 hours with an optional 30 minutes for questions afterwards.

The Zoom classes will be recorded and available through December 4th.

 

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UNLOCKING THE OVAL

$195

Live online course with video replay

October 25, 28, November 1, 4, 2022

1PM EDT (GMT-4)

10 hours total:
2 hours per session
+ 30 min. optional Q&A
(all recordings available through December 4th)

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These are just a few of the things that will be covered in the class... 

 

  • How ovals work together, and how they don't
  • How to join letterforms together to create a name or signature that flows gracefully
  • How to analyze traditional designs
  • Maintaining overall balance in a word,  name or signature design
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CLICK HERE for the Acorn Arts Amazon shop for the supplies for this class.

About Mike


Mike Ward is a professional penman, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, who specializes in Ornamental Penmanship and Spencerian Script and is known worldwide for his ornate, balanced designs and has taught around the globe. Mr. Ward has studied under some of the very best penman, including Master Penmen Harvest Crittenden, Michael Sull, and Jake Weidmann.

In addition to his penmanship practice, he has also pioneered the technique of debossing or foiling calligraphic designs, onto leather items. 

Instagram: @MrMGWard

Website: www.MrMGWard.com

Store: www.etsy.com/shop/MrMGWard

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