Art: pen and ink courses

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Calligraphy workshops

Online & Cambridgeshire

£35

One day calligraphy workshops near Ely, Cambridgeshire, taught by a leading professional calligrapher, ANY scripts can be learned including the currently very popular 'modern' pointed pen calligraphy. suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced, flexible dates, approximately fortnightly, no commitment beyond each workshop. Intensive tuition for longer periods eg 5 days or more, available on request. Small groups of 3-6. Individual tuition with plenty of demonstration. Long-standing Fellow of the Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society and the Society of Scribes & Illuminators. You can learn a script of your...

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Beginners modern calligraphy with a Christmas twist at Swallows & Artisans

Cumbria - Next course on 27th November 2019

£80

Learn the art of beautiful modern lettering just in time for Christmas - and bring home some lovely festive goodies! In this relaxed and friendly modern calligraphy workshop you’ll learn how to use a calligraphy pen and dippy ink pot. We’ll practice alphabets then write some festive treats:- - gift tags - christmas cards - glitter baubles - gorgeous festive gift boxes About Claire Local calligrapher Claire Gould has been teaching workshops for 6 years and spends her days writing beautiful things for weddings and special occasions. Claire grew up...

Drawing and Mixed Media Sketchbook Studies in Worcestershire

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Drawing and Mixed Media Sketchbook Studies in Worcestershire

Worcestershire

£75

Bev Milne is running a beginners sketchbook workshop. This would be ideal for those who lack confidence and would like to develop their artistic skills. The theme is based on nature. You may choose to work with seed heads, flowers, shells or birds. Through the course of the day you will experience: Drawing and sketching Printmaking Mixed Media Painting You will explore your chosen theme through line, shape and colour and experiment freely with materials and effects. The idea of the day is to fill a small sketchbook with your...

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Monthly drink & draw evening class

Staffordshire

£18

A relaxing arty evening with wine held on the first Friday of every month! Suitable from complete beginners to professionals. The monthly ‘theme’ is revealed when you arrive. Artwork samples are available to inspire you with lots of different media to experiment with! I’m available all evening to help & there is a cheese & biscuits break. Perfect art class for those unable to commit to regular class, & an unusual gift idea!

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Drawing with Jake Spicer

Oxfordshire

£180

Immense satisfaction, joy and fulfilment can come from drawing. Even if it isn’t your artistic medium of choice, the act of regularly putting pencil to paper can enhance many aspects of your creative pursuits. And yet, many people don’t draw because self-doubt tells them they can’t. This is such a waste! It is with great pleasure that we welcome Jake Spicer to the studio for a weekend dedicated to drawing the human form. So come, be taken under the wing of one of the UK’s most accomplished drawing tutors. Whether...

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Calligraphy workshop - half day

Online & Cambridgeshire

£17.50

Half day calligraphy workshops at my home near Ely, Cambs, all script including 'modern' pointed pen calligraphy, suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced, flexible dates, approximately fortnightly, no commitment beyond each workshop. Small groups of 3-6. Individual tuition with plenty of demonstration. Well-known professional calligrapher, fellow of the Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society and the Society of Scribes & Illuminators. You can learn a script of your choice, experiment with scripts and work towards finished calligraphic compositions, and for the Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society Certificates & Diplomas...

Introduction to calligraphy workshop in Edinburgh's historic New Town

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Introduction to calligraphy workshop in Edinburgh's historic New Town

Lothian - Next course on 26th October 2019

£95

Release your inner creative on our Introduction to calligraphy workshop run by Edinburgh calligraphy artist Panna Chauhan. Calligraphy is an art form lasting over centuries. Even in its simplest form it can look beautiful, and it is an art form that can be learned...with patience. We offer two Introduction to calligraphy workshops: one where you learn the foundational hand, and one where you learn the italic hand. On each you will begin by learning the basics of calligraphy including the different types of nibs, correct sizing of letters and how...

Modern calligraphy for Christmas with Lauren Cooper

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Modern calligraphy for Christmas with Lauren Cooper

Buckinghamshire - Next course on 23rd November 2019

£80

This introduction to modern calligraphy will teach you how to create beautiful lettering with a nib and ink, in time for Christmas - a lovely way to start the festive period. This course will introduce you to the basics of modern calligraphy, starting with the tools and strokes then leading on to the modern calligraphy alphabet. Once you have built up confidence with the alphabet, you will move on to joining the letters to create seamless words. The day will end with a couple of projects putting your skills to...

New - All Things with Ink - a drawing workshop in Derbyshire

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New - All Things with Ink - a drawing workshop in Derbyshire

Derbyshire

£65

You may or may not have heard about Inktober; this drawing challenge, created by artist Jake Parker as a way to hone his drawing skills using ink, is now in its 12th year. People are encouraged to create an ink drawing every day in October or at a pace that suits them. A list of prompts are available, but you don’t have to follow them. It’s simply a great opportunity to put some time aside to draw and develop your skills and creativity. Join artist, teacher and maker Liz Wellby...

Pen and wash - beyond beginners. A 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

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Pen and wash - beyond beginners. A 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

Cumbria

£65

DATES: Our full year of 100+ set workshop dates are on OUR website (purple tab) along with availability and how to book. Next year’s extensive programme of Quirky Workshops will be launched in late October; often courses fill quickly as they make popular Christmas gifts. To be among the first to receive the new dates, please use the ‘Keep me Posted’ icon, at the top RHS of our website page. Thank you and Happy Crafting! ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: Another day with lovely local tutor Margaret Jarvis for the next stages...