Mini Workshop: Introduction to Gujarati, from pen to pixel

Immerse yourself in the beautiful world of Gujarati type in this hands-on, 4-hour workshop. Whether you're a lettering artist, typeface designer, or simply curious about one of India's most elegant writing systems, this workshop offers a unique blend of history and contemporary practice.

What You'll Experience:

• Uncover the history and evolution of the Gujarati typographic script, from the earliest attempts in movable type to modern digital fonts.
• Learn the fundamental shapes and structures that form the building blocks of Gujarati characters.
• Get your hands dirty as you practice writing Gujarati letters using traditional tools. Feel the flow of the script and understand its organic forms.
• Transition from paper to pixel and watch your hand-drawn letters come to life on screen!
• Apply your newfound knowledge to create a unique Gujarati character. Refine it digitally and see how it fits into a larger typeface family.

No prior experience in Gujarati or Indic type design is necessary – just bring your curiosity and creativity! By the end of this workshop, you'll have a deeper appreciation for the Gujarati script and the foundations to explore the fascinating world of typeface design for the Brahmi-based writing systems of India.

Materials:

• Writing and lettering materials of choice (including pencils and pens of all sizes)
• A4 copier paper
• Computer with typeface design software (preferred) or any vector drawing software