Copperplate Hand Calligraphy Workshop: Intermediate - Short Courses Sydney

Copperplate Hand Calligraphy Workshop: Intermediate

What you'll learn

Learn to hone your writing in Copperplate script with our calligraphy short courses in Sydney!

Welcome to the Intermediate Copperplate Script Calligraphy class, designed specifically for those who have already embarked on their calligraphy journey and completed a beginner's course. Calligraphy is an art form that beautifully blends tradition, personality, style, and creativity. In this practical and relaxing 

This course will focus on refining your skills by exploring variations of Copperplate Capitals, teaching you the art of adding flourishing and guiding you in working with complete text compositions. By joining this class, you'll expand your knowledge and elevate your calligraphy to new heights. It's the perfect way to continue your calligraphy journey and unlock the full potential of this timeless art form.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this intermediate copperplate hand calligraphy course, you should be able to demonstrate:

  • capital variations
  • flourishing
  • refining spacial awareness, and analytical skills for letter form and shape
  • writing a block of text.

After finishing this course you might like to also learn:

What will be covered in this intermediate copperplate hand calligraphy course?

  • Improved understanding of the Copperplate Script
  • Introduction to Capital Letter variations, letter construction and characteristics
  • Introduction to Flourishing and its Formation
  • Continue to study letter form, spacing and writing in a block of text.

Who is this intermediate copperplate script calligraphy course for?

This intermediate copperplate hand calligraphy course is designed for intermediate students who have some experience working with a pointed nib and an understanding of the Copperplate Script.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

If driving, there is no entry into Gordon Street from Victoria Road. The last block on your right before Victoria Road. Pedestrian access is opposite Prince Street.

What to bring to class

Please remember to bring your materials from the copperplate hand calligraphy kit if you completed the Copperplate Hand Calligraphy Course. If you don't have a kit, you also have the option to purchase one at the checkout.

Also, bring along the following 3 items :

  • a ruler
  • a water jar
  • a pencil

If you wish to bring your own materials, please bring the following:

  • A4 or A3 layout pad (Canson)
  • Copperplate or pointed pen nib (Zebra G nib recommended)
  • pen holder (either a straight pen holder or an oblique holder specifically for Copperplate)
  • ink (Black Sumi ink or Chinese stick ink)
  • coloured inks, gouache, coloured pencils
  • ruler, pencil HB
  • water jar, rag
  • other supplies will be advised if needed throughout the course

Additional information

  • Closed-in shoes required
  • Please wear old clothes
  • Long hair must be tied back

Course tutors

Sharon has been teaching in adult education for nineteen years at Community Colleges and has a Diploma in Western Calligraphy. She develops and runs workshops introducing her students to the art...

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