Introduction to Brush Calligraphy at Home

Join this beginner-friendly brush pen calligraphy workshop online and discover the joy of creating beautiful letterforms.This workshop series is an introduction to brush calligraphy, where you will learn the essential techniques for writing beautiful letters with brush pens. In part one, you'll start by practising the basic strokes that form every letter, learning how to control your brush pen to create those classic thick and thin lines. This will be followed by an initial look at how to join the strokes we have practiced to form letters.In part two, you will learn how to join the basic strokes to form letters. We will practice drawing each stroke and letter with control, to achieve smooth transitions between thick and thin lines. We will then start experimenting with connecting letters together, and forming words.Once you’re comfortable with the basics, you will have the chance to put together everything you have learned and hand letter a short word or name.The following classes in the series will cover ways to add a splash of personality to your writing with simple flourishes, embellishments and stylish touches, and creating your first calligraphy composition.Book for each individual class choosing from the drop down menu.After booking, you will be emailed a set of worksheets to use during the class and to keep practising in your own time. This class is a relaxed way to reconnect with your creativity and learn the skills to add a personal, handmade touch to all your future projects.The workshops will take place online over Google Meet. Read more details