Instructor: Karen Zukas
Ages: 10 up
Format: Three - 2 hour sessions
Date: Mondays, April 7th, 14th and 21st
Time: 6:00 to 8:00
Course Fee: $145.00 Includes use of all materials; pens, nibs, rulers, ink, paper, guides etc.
Traditional Calligraphy ~ Classical Style
We'll focus on Traditional Italic Calligraphy, but look at other styles such as Foundational hand and Copperplate Script and determine which to emulate. You'll learn which pens to use and how to use them, which papers and inks are best, techniques, and styles of calligraphy, guidelines, consistency, visual judgement, spacing and layout You'll learn proper pen handling, basic strokes and letter formation, and how to best connect letters to form words, ultimately enabling you to create beautiful and expressive handwriting. You'll have opportunities to practice your skills and develop your own unique calligraphy style.