Modern Calligraphy
Courses & Workshops
Come and learn the beautiful art of modern calligraphy with me.
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Having taught over 100 students just like you, whatever your experience, I will guide you through the ins and outs of creating beautiful letter forms in a friendly, relaxed environment.
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Everything you need is included in the price of the workshop or course and you will leave with your very own calligraphy kit so you can continue your practice at home.
Check out the kind words from my previous students below and to find details of how to book yourself onto my upcoming events.
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Kind Words
Upcoming Events
Check out my upcoming events and see which one you fancy. Not sure which one is for you?
Get in touch. I'd be happy to answer any questions.
Beyond Beginner
Modern Calligraphy Course
4 Sessions | Wednesday evenings | 30th October - 20th November | 7-9pm |
Gilcrux Village Hall
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Ready to take your modern calligraphy skills to the next level?
Suitable for those who have either attended a beginners modern calligraphy course or those who are self taught but would like some more guidance, join me over 4 weeks to develop your pointed pen skills beyond the beginner level.
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In a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment, we will explore creating flow, layouts, flourishing and I will guide you through creating your very own final project. Something you are proud to hang on your wall or wrap up as the most sentimental gift, just in time for Christmas.
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The course will take place over 4 weeks on Wednesday evenings 7pm-9pm, from the 30th October to the 20th November at Gilcrux Village Hall.
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What to expect ​
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Week 1: We will recap letterforms and address any of those pesky letters you just can't quite nail down. We will also explore spacing and how this can create different effects in your words.
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Week 2: We will explore the tools which help to create more consistent letterforms and will introduce connecting letters in ways which add more flow.
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Week 3: This week we will be experimenting with layouts and...the part everyone looks forward too... we will be trying your hand at adding flourishes to your letters, for a more elegant look.
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Week 4: Finally, I'll support you through creating your final piece. From guiding you through creating an effective layout to giving you 1:1 feedback on your draft before your final piece, you will leave with something you are truly proud of.
What is included
All the above, plus your very own modern calligraphy kit to use and take home including:
Blue Pumpkin Nib
Oblique Penholder
Sumi Black Ink
Finetec Metallic Ink
Practice Worksheets and examples
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My past students have been incredible and have left me some lovely feedback about the calm, friendly, encouraging learning environment I pride myself on creating. So if you still aren't sure if this is for you, check out their kind words above.
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Ready to book your place. Just click book below and I'll see you on the 30th.
Looking forward to meeting you!
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Christmas Calligraphy & Cocktails
Wednesday 27th October 2024 | 7 -9 pm | Gilcrux Village Hall
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Do you fancy trying something new and creative this festive season?
Suitable for complete beginners, come and get into the Christmas spirit at my
Christmas Calligraphy and Cocktails workshop.
Learn the beautiful art of modern calligraphy in a friendly encouraging environment with a cocktail in hand and create your own Christmas card to impress your friends and family with.
I can even have these printed for you if you want to really show off your skills.
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What to expect ​
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I'll take you through the equipment you will be using in the course (and taking home) and how best to use this.
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I will then teach you how to create different density strokes and shapes. You will practise these before putting them together to create letterforms.
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We will look at the connecting strokes you need to put your letterforms together to create elegantly formed words.
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You will use everything you have learnt to create your own beautiful Christmas cards complete with illustrations.
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I'll support you through this process with some one-to-one guidance in addition to group advice to help you get the most out of our time together.
What is included
All the guidance I've mentioned above plus your very own modern calligraphy kit to use and take home including:
Nikko G Nib
Straight Penholder
Sumi Black Ink
My Guide Book for Beginners
Your Christmas card
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My past students have been incredible and have left me some lovely feedback about the calm, friendly, encouraging learning environment I pride myself on creating. So if you still aren't sure if this is for you, check out their kind words above.
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Ready to book your place. Just click book below and I'll see you on the 27th November.
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I might even wear a Santa hat.
Looking forward to meeting you!
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10am- 1pm
The Beacon, Whitehaven
Adults Only (16+)
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Saturday 11th March 2023 - SOLD OUT
Come and learn the basics of modern calligraphy with me and use your newfound skills to create a beautifully personal Mother’s Day Card for the leading lady in your life – whoever she may be, complete with your own illustrations.
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What to expect ​
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I'll take you through the equipment you will be using in the course (and taking home) and how best to use this.
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I will then teach you how to create different density strokes and shapes. You will practise these before putting them together to create letterforms.
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Finally, you will put your letterforms together to create a message for your own Mother's Day card. I will also guide you through adding illustrations to make it extra special.
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I'll support you through this process with some one-to-one guidance in addition to group advice to help you get the most out of our time together.
What is included
A modern calligraphy kit to use and take home including:
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Nikko G Nib
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Straight Penholder
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Sumi Black Ink
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Practice Worksheets and examples
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Card and Envelope
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Refreshments : Tea/coffee or a cheeky prosecco and a cupcake
Saturday 14th January 2023 - SOLD OUT
Creativity is proven to be beneficial for your mental health as is learning something new so come and join me at The Beacon for my Calligraphy for Calm Beginners Workshop and start 2023 off right.
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What to expect from the course
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I'll take you through the equipment you will be using in the course (and taking home) and how best to use this.
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I will then teach you how to create different density strokes and shapes. You will practise these before putting them together to create letterforms.
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Finally, you will put your letterforms together to create your own Word for the Year Postcard!
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I'll support you through this process with some one-to-one guidance in addition to group advice to help you get the most out of our time together.
What is included
A modern calligraphy kit to use and take home including:
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Nikko G Nib
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Straight Penholder
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Sumi Black Ink
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Practice Worksheets and examples
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Word of the Year Postcards
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Refreshments : Tea/coffee or a cheeky prosecco and a cupcake
Click on the image above to book.
19th November 2022 - SOLD OUT
Fancy learning a new skill which you can use to wow your friends and family and is an amazing way to unwind?
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Join me for my Beginners Calligraphy Christmas Workshop and get into the festive spirit.
I know how busy this time of year can be so not only will you leave the workshop with some new skills, having had some much needed me time but you will also create a beautiful, handmade Christmas card which you will have the option of having digitally reproduced to send to all of your loved ones this Christmas! An extra tick off your list.
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What to expect from the course
I'll take you through the equipment you will be using in the course (and taking home) and how best to use this.
I will then teach you how to create different density strokes and shapes. You will practise these before putting them together to create letterforms.
Finally, you will put your letterforms together to create a message for your very own calligraphed Christmas card! I will also guide you through adding some illustrations to your card for some extra festive touches.
I'll support you through this process with some one-to-one guidance in addition to group advice to help you get the most out of our time together.
Something handmade is always really special and so I will also be giving all attendees the option to have their card digitally reproduced so you can share it with all of your loved ones this Christmas.
What is included
A modern calligraphy kit to use and take home including:
- Nikko G Nib
- Straight Penholder
- Sumi Black Ink
- Practice Worksheets and examples
A luxuriously thick 300gsm square white card and envelope to create your Christmas card.
Use of my materials to add illustrations.
Complimentary Beverage: Tea/Coffee or a cheeky Bucks Fizz (it's Christmas after all)
A Christmassy Cupcake