How it works

You just need time, right? Everyone is busy, so you choose your own session times. This gives you the flexibility to study while accommodating busy schedules, work and family commitments. There are no deadlines, so you choose the pace at which you learn. Take as little or as long as you want! Of course, if you’re one of those people who needs deadlines, we’re happy to provide them… it’s all about you!

In each session, your tutor will take you through some theory, then demonstrate a typography technique and help you with the first steps. Then, he’ll give you stage goals to complete before the next review. When you’re ready, contact your tutor and schedule your next session.

The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them. Each module is built on personal demonstration from your tutor, supported by review and discussion. After each lesson you practice the techniques while progressing your lettering, with email review between sessions. This course is a hothouse of industry lettering techniques, so that you finish knowing what to do next, and what tools to use.

More Typography Courses You can also learn how to design typefaces, or book custom typography training for your staff. For agencies and branding studios, typographic consultancy is available.

Purchase Tickets Below or Make An Enquiry

Handlettering FAQs

Do I have to have good handwriting? 
No, hand lettering is closer to drawing than writing. Whether you have good handwriting or not, we can teach you the principles of hand lettering and then all you have to do is practice!

Do I have to have be good at drawing? 
No, I’m certainly not! Handlettering is all about making the right strokes with the right pressure, which anyone can learn regardless of whether they are good at drawing or not. Somebody with drawing experience will probably hold their pen with more comfort and confidence, but that is the only advantage they have.

Do I get a qualification? 
No, this is not an AQF accredited course with an associated qualification. There is no institution anywhere offering an accredited qualification in hand lettering. Rather, this course is geared towards practical training for those interested in this unique skill, from a tutor who is highly experienced and uniquely placed to deliver it. Please think of this as training rather than study.

Is it just a bunch of Youtube videos?
Definitely not. Instead, it’s personalised teaching with an actual human. You have 24/7 access to your tutor by email and Zoom for feedback and guidance over multiple rounds of revisions, as you are guided through the process.

Do I need any software?
Maybe, depending which modules you choose. The Brushpen module requires no software, but the Handlettering Process module introduces you to using Adobe Illustrator to digitise your drawings.

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Wayne Thompson
Your tutor Wayne Thompson is an Australian typographer best known for ABCSans, seen daily on millions of ABC screens around Australia. He holds a Masters Degree in Typeface Design from the University of Reading, UK, and has been active in the Australian lettering community for many years. He was a speaker at the inaugural Typism conference in 2015, and his work has been featured in all eight Typism books so far. Wayne has run popular handlettering workshops Australia-wide since 2014.
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How it works

You just need time, right? Everyone is busy, so you choose your own session times. This gives you the flexibility to study while accommodating busy schedules, work and family commitments. There are no deadlines, so you choose the pace at which you learn. Take as little or as long as you want! Of course, if you’re one of those people who needs deadlines, we’re happy to provide them… it’s all about you!

In each session, your tutor will take you through some theory, then demonstrate a typography technique and help you with the first steps. Then, he’ll give you stage goals to complete before the next review. When you’re ready, contact your tutor and schedule your next session.

The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them. Each module is built on personal demonstration from your tutor, supported by review and discussion. After each lesson you practice the techniques while progressing your lettering, with email review between sessions. This course is a hothouse of industry lettering techniques, so that you finish knowing what to do next, and what tools to use.

More Typography Courses You can also learn how to design typefaces, or book custom typography training for your staff. For agencies and branding studios, typographic consultancy is available.

Purchase Tickets Below or Make An Enquiry

Handlettering FAQs

Do I have to have good handwriting? 
No, hand lettering is closer to drawing than writing. Whether you have good handwriting or not, we can teach you the principles of hand lettering and then all you have to do is practice!

Do I have to have be good at drawing? 
No, I’m certainly not! Handlettering is all about making the right strokes with the right pressure, which anyone can learn regardless of whether they are good at drawing or not. Somebody with drawing experience will probably hold their pen with more comfort and confidence, but that is the only advantage they have.

Do I get a qualification? 
No, this is not an AQF accredited course with an associated qualification. There is no institution anywhere offering an accredited qualification in hand lettering. Rather, this course is geared towards practical training for those interested in this unique skill, from a tutor who is highly experienced and uniquely placed to deliver it. Please think of this as training rather than study.

Is it just a bunch of Youtube videos?
Definitely not. Instead, it’s personalised teaching with an actual human. You have 24/7 access to your tutor by email and Zoom for feedback and guidance over multiple rounds of revisions, as you are guided through the process.

Do I need any software?
Maybe, depending which modules you choose. The Brushpen module requires no software, but the Handlettering Process module introduces you to using Adobe Illustrator to digitise your drawings.

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Overview

This is for anyone who wants to learn about creating handmade lettering. You might be a graphic designer who wants to bring a handmade element to your work, or an events planner who would like to add a graphic edge. You might be an aspiring professional letterer, or you might be a hobbyist or beginner.

No YouTube tutorials! This course is taught by a real human, one-on-one. Your personalised lessons are conducted online (via Zoom) and supported by email review. You get direct access to your tutor, personalised study plans, and the flexibility to study when your schedule permits.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Wayne Thompson
Your tutor Wayne Thompson is an Australian typographer best known for ABCSans, seen daily on millions of ABC screens around Australia. He holds a Masters Degree in Typeface Design from the University of Reading, UK, and has been active in the Australian lettering community for many years. He was a speaker at the inaugural Typism conference in 2015, and his work has been featured in all eight Typism books so far. Wayne has run popular handlettering workshops Australia-wide since 2014.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How it works

You just need time, right? Everyone is busy, so you choose your own session times. This gives you the flexibility to study while accommodating busy schedules, work and family commitments. There are no deadlines, so you choose the pace at which you learn. Take as little or as long as you want! Of course, if you’re one of those people who needs deadlines, we’re happy to provide them… it’s all about you!

In each session, your tutor will take you through some theory, then demonstrate a typography technique and help you with the first steps. Then, he’ll give you stage goals to complete before the next review. When you’re ready, contact your tutor and schedule your next session.

The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them. Each module is built on personal demonstration from your tutor, supported by review and discussion. After each lesson you practice the techniques while progressing your lettering, with email review between sessions. This course is a hothouse of industry lettering techniques, so that you finish knowing what to do next, and what tools to use.

More Typography Courses You can also learn how to design typefaces, or book custom typography training for your staff. For agencies and branding studios, typographic consultancy is available.

Purchase Tickets Below or Make An Enquiry

Handlettering FAQs

Do I have to have good handwriting? 
No, hand lettering is closer to drawing than writing. Whether you have good handwriting or not, we can teach you the principles of hand lettering and then all you have to do is practice!

Do I have to have be good at drawing? 
No, I’m certainly not! Handlettering is all about making the right strokes with the right pressure, which anyone can learn regardless of whether they are good at drawing or not. Somebody with drawing experience will probably hold their pen with more comfort and confidence, but that is the only advantage they have.

Do I get a qualification? 
No, this is not an AQF accredited course with an associated qualification. There is no institution anywhere offering an accredited qualification in hand lettering. Rather, this course is geared towards practical training for those interested in this unique skill, from a tutor who is highly experienced and uniquely placed to deliver it. Please think of this as training rather than study.

Is it just a bunch of Youtube videos?
Definitely not. Instead, it’s personalised teaching with an actual human. You have 24/7 access to your tutor by email and Zoom for feedback and guidance over multiple rounds of revisions, as you are guided through the process.

Do I need any software?
Maybe, depending which modules you choose. The Brushpen module requires no software, but the Handlettering Process module introduces you to using Adobe Illustrator to digitise your drawings.

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No classes, no schedules, no videos. Just one-on-one handlettering tuition with an experienced commercial practitioner. The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them:

Overview

This is for anyone who wants to learn about creating handmade lettering. You might be a graphic designer who wants to bring a handmade element to your work, or an events planner who would like to add a graphic edge. You might be an aspiring professional letterer, or you might be a hobbyist or beginner.

No YouTube tutorials! This course is taught by a real human, one-on-one. Your personalised lessons are conducted online (via Zoom) and supported by email review. You get direct access to your tutor, personalised study plans, and the flexibility to study when your schedule permits.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Wayne Thompson
Your tutor Wayne Thompson is an Australian typographer best known for ABCSans, seen daily on millions of ABC screens around Australia. He holds a Masters Degree in Typeface Design from the University of Reading, UK, and has been active in the Australian lettering community for many years. He was a speaker at the inaugural Typism conference in 2015, and his work has been featured in all eight Typism books so far. Wayne has run popular handlettering workshops Australia-wide since 2014.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How it works

You just need time, right? Everyone is busy, so you choose your own session times. This gives you the flexibility to study while accommodating busy schedules, work and family commitments. There are no deadlines, so you choose the pace at which you learn. Take as little or as long as you want! Of course, if you’re one of those people who needs deadlines, we’re happy to provide them… it’s all about you!

In each session, your tutor will take you through some theory, then demonstrate a typography technique and help you with the first steps. Then, he’ll give you stage goals to complete before the next review. When you’re ready, contact your tutor and schedule your next session.

The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them. Each module is built on personal demonstration from your tutor, supported by review and discussion. After each lesson you practice the techniques while progressing your lettering, with email review between sessions. This course is a hothouse of industry lettering techniques, so that you finish knowing what to do next, and what tools to use.

More Typography Courses You can also learn how to design typefaces, or book custom typography training for your staff. For agencies and branding studios, typographic consultancy is available.

Purchase Tickets Below or Make An Enquiry

Handlettering FAQs

Do I have to have good handwriting? 
No, hand lettering is closer to drawing than writing. Whether you have good handwriting or not, we can teach you the principles of hand lettering and then all you have to do is practice!

Do I have to have be good at drawing? 
No, I’m certainly not! Handlettering is all about making the right strokes with the right pressure, which anyone can learn regardless of whether they are good at drawing or not. Somebody with drawing experience will probably hold their pen with more comfort and confidence, but that is the only advantage they have.

Do I get a qualification? 
No, this is not an AQF accredited course with an associated qualification. There is no institution anywhere offering an accredited qualification in hand lettering. Rather, this course is geared towards practical training for those interested in this unique skill, from a tutor who is highly experienced and uniquely placed to deliver it. Please think of this as training rather than study.

Is it just a bunch of Youtube videos?
Definitely not. Instead, it’s personalised teaching with an actual human. You have 24/7 access to your tutor by email and Zoom for feedback and guidance over multiple rounds of revisions, as you are guided through the process.

Do I need any software?
Maybe, depending which modules you choose. The Brushpen module requires no software, but the Handlettering Process module introduces you to using Adobe Illustrator to digitise your drawings.

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No classes, no schedules, no videos. Just one-on-one handlettering tuition with an experienced commercial practitioner. The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them:

Overview

This is for anyone who wants to learn about creating handmade lettering. You might be a graphic designer who wants to bring a handmade element to your work, or an events planner who would like to add a graphic edge. You might be an aspiring professional letterer, or you might be a hobbyist or beginner.

No YouTube tutorials! This course is taught by a real human, one-on-one. Your personalised lessons are conducted online (via Zoom) and supported by email review. You get direct access to your tutor, personalised study plans, and the flexibility to study when your schedule permits.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Wayne Thompson
Your tutor Wayne Thompson is an Australian typographer best known for ABCSans, seen daily on millions of ABC screens around Australia. He holds a Masters Degree in Typeface Design from the University of Reading, UK, and has been active in the Australian lettering community for many years. He was a speaker at the inaugural Typism conference in 2015, and his work has been featured in all eight Typism books so far. Wayne has run popular handlettering workshops Australia-wide since 2014.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

How it works

You just need time, right? Everyone is busy, so you choose your own session times. This gives you the flexibility to study while accommodating busy schedules, work and family commitments. There are no deadlines, so you choose the pace at which you learn. Take as little or as long as you want! Of course, if you’re one of those people who needs deadlines, we’re happy to provide them… it’s all about you!

In each session, your tutor will take you through some theory, then demonstrate a typography technique and help you with the first steps. Then, he’ll give you stage goals to complete before the next review. When you’re ready, contact your tutor and schedule your next session.

The course is taught in modules, so you choose how many modules you study and the pace at which you do them. Each module is built on personal demonstration from your tutor, supported by review and discussion. After each lesson you practice the techniques while progressing your lettering, with email review between sessions. This course is a hothouse of industry lettering techniques, so that you finish knowing what to do next, and what tools to use.

More Typography Courses You can also learn how to design typefaces, or book custom typography training for your staff. For agencies and branding studios, typographic consultancy is available.

Purchase Tickets Below or Make An Enquiry

Handlettering FAQs

Do I have to have good handwriting? 
No, hand lettering is closer to drawing than writing. Whether you have good handwriting or not, we can teach you the principles of hand lettering and then all you have to do is practice!

Do I have to have be good at drawing? 
No, I’m certainly not! Handlettering is all about making the right strokes with the right pressure, which anyone can learn regardless of whether they are good at drawing or not. Somebody with drawing experience will probably hold their pen with more comfort and confidence, but that is the only advantage they have.

Do I get a qualification? 
No, this is not an AQF accredited course with an associated qualification. There is no institution anywhere offering an accredited qualification in hand lettering. Rather, this course is geared towards practical training for those interested in this unique skill, from a tutor who is highly experienced and uniquely placed to deliver it. Please think of this as training rather than study.

Is it just a bunch of Youtube videos?
Definitely not. Instead, it’s personalised teaching with an actual human. You have 24/7 access to your tutor by email and Zoom for feedback and guidance over multiple rounds of revisions, as you are guided through the process.

Do I need any software?
Maybe, depending which modules you choose. The Brushpen module requires no software, but the Handlettering Process module introduces you to using Adobe Illustrator to digitise your drawings.

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