COURSES & WORKSHOPS

Dip Pen & Ink
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​Regular Calligraphy Classes for
​Beginners & Improvers
Mistley Quay Workshops, High Street, Mistley CO11 1HB
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​Come and join my calligraphy classes in the riverside village of Mistley.

Immerse yourself in the art of beautiful writing - for pleasure, relaxation or study.

​After a short introduction to calligraphic styles, we will begin with the basics of forming elegant letters using pencil, traditional dip pen and ink.

I offer two scripts to start you off :
  • Italic with a square-edged nib
  • Copperplate with a pointed pen

The courses are suited to all levels of learning from absolute beginners to those wishing to improve.

​A small group (max 8) means you'll enjoy personal and close tuition. 
There will be demonstrations of lettering and individual guidance to uncover the potential to expand your own ideas with a view to creating a unique piece of work.  

​An array of tools and techniques used will also be explored.


All classes are offered individually with no commitment beyond each workshop.  Full day classes on Wednesdays can be booked as a block of six or more for a discounted rate.

​Basic calligraphy materials are included and extra supplies are available to buy.  You'll need to bring a few basic items such as pencil, ruler, etc., but I'll provide a list on booking. 
The venue is a well-lit and peaceful workroom within the Mistley Quay Workshops with a stunning view out over the River Stour. 

​There'll be plenty of tea, coffee and biscuits.  For our lunch break on Wednesdays, bring something from home or there's a cafe next door.

Unrestricted parking nearby. Nearest railway station is Mistley, 2-3 minutes walk away.

Please note : Access to the building is via a staircase.
PAYMENT
!Please check availability with me before making payment as classes fill up quickly:
• email
• contact form
• call or text 0781 6677342
Click here for payment details via PayPal, BACS or by cheque.
SATURDAYS
​morning 10am-1pm​ 
afternoon 2pm - 5pm

2019
SEPT 14​
SEPT 28
OCT 12
OCT 26
NOV 9
NOV 30
DEC 14
2020
JAN 4
JAN 18
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​​£25 per session
10% discount for 6+ sessions
 WEDNESDAYS
​10am-4pm

2019
SEPT 25
OCT 2
OCT 16
OCT 30
NOV 13
DEC 4
DEC 18
2020
JAN 8
​JAN 22 

£38.50 per session or
£33.00 each for 6+ sessions
More dates to be added soon!
Please note :
• full payment will secure your place
• no refunds or transfers are available
SUMMER
​ONE-DAY
​WORKSHOPS​

DESIGN & LAYOUT
​FOR CALLIGRAPHERS

​One-day workshop on

• Wednesday 11 September 2019

​​10am-4pm
£45

Design relates to the elements of a piece of work and how they are presented together; it involves problem solving, planning and organising.  Layout is the arrangement of those elements and is an intrinsic part of the overall design.

This workshop is aimed specifically at calligraphers wanting to learn and understand the key points in producing unified and visually pleasing pieces of finished work.

We'll work through examples of different formal layouts - envelopes, single sheets, columnar styles, books - and examine the various components and considerations for each.  We will look at practical aspects such as paper proportions and letter & line spacing, plus visual details such as balance and use of space.

Paper will be supplied.  You will need to bring drawing equipment and quotes/prose written in a calligraphic script.

Not suitable for absolute beginners. Maximum 8 people.

Please check availability with me before making payment:
• email
• contact form
• call or text 0781 6677342

​BOOK HERE
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