Teens at the Pasadena Central Library had a wonderful time transforming their handwriting into artful drawings. In a workshop led by local artist Alethea Allarey, participants learned the concept of handmade lettering. They styled phrases, names, developed illustrative concepts to match its mood and tone, and created a fun font as a group.
For books and resources on lettering, please see this post: http://pasadena-library.net/teens/2016/handmade-lettering-books /
This workshop was held on Nov. 19, 2015 and Feb. 20, 2016 at Pasadena Central Library. Photos by Alethea Allarey.
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering Workshop 11/19/15
Handmade Lettering by Elise V. 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Jane L. 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Kimberly M. 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Lauren S. 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Luke S. 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Pete D. 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Amanda K. 2/20/2016
Handmade lettering by Elise V. 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016
Handmade Lettering workshop, 2/20/2016