PASADENA, CA - Intro to Copperplate Calligraphy - 5th April (English-instructed)

In this introductory workshop for pointed pen calligraphy students will learn the essential concepts of calligraphy and build a solid base to write with an oblique dip pen and a flexible nib. They will acquire an understanding of the main tools and proper techniques. Traditional copperplate lowercase alphabet will be covered in depth and a introduction to the uppercase will be also covered in this 4 hrs. workshop. After taking this workshop, students will be able to practice on their own with the kit provided to take home.

This is a really fun, no-pressure workshop for anyone interested in learning a new skill, picking up a fun hobby, artist looking to try a new technique/medium, or just something fun to do with friends. Suitable for beginners, those who have never picked up a calligraphy pen before, or if it's been a while and you want to brush up on your skills and learn the proper techniques.

DATE:

-Sunday, 5th April  / 10:00am -2:00pm

COST: 

-$155.00

SCHEDULE

-Welcome

-Intro

-Brief history

-Tools & materials

-Nib anatomy

-Slant & pen position

-Warm up strokes

-Basic Strokes (upper case alphabet)

-Lower case alphabet

Basic Strokes (upper case alphabet)

-Upper case alphabet

-Conclusion 

-Q&A

The workshop includes:

- 6 hours of instruction with Aspacia Kusulas

- 1 Calligraphy Kit: 

Oblique pen holder

2 Nibs

1 Inkwell with sumi ink

Paper pad

Gum arabic

Guidelines and exemplar sheets

Worksheets

Practice paper

Booklet with exercises and exemplars 

- Light refreshments & snacks

- Certificate 

Please note workshops are non-refundable/non-transferable once purchased.

Recommended for students over 16 years old.

NO previous experience is required.